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Who is Dr. Prior, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. David Prior, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prior is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prior’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prior’s office at (561) 549-9090.
What languages does Dr. Prior speak?
Dr. Prior and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Prior typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Prior diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Prior. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Prior typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Prior performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Prior. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Prior accept my insurance?
Dr. Prior accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 549-9090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prior accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Prior in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prior's office located?
Dr. David Prior's Primary Practice
1331 N 7th St Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(561) 549-9090
What is Dr. Prior's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prior's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467772392.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prior?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prior
What is Dr. David Prior's specialty?
Dr. Prior is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. David Prior affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prior is affiliated with Arizona Specialty Hospital, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is David Prior accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. David Prior is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Prior offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prior's office at (561) 549-9090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Prior?
Please contact Dr. Prior's office at (561) 549-9090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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