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Dr. Avery Buchholz, MD

Dr. Avery Buchholz, MD

The Villages, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buchholz, Neurosurgeon in The Villages, FL?

    Dr. Avery Buchholz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in The Villages, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buchholz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchholz’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchholz’s office at (434) 924-2203.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buchholz?

    Dr. Avery Buchholz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buchholz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Scoliosis, Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the The Villages, FL community, Dr. Buchholz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Buchholz speak?

    Dr. Buchholz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buchholz typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buchholz 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. Buchholz. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Acquired Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis from Another Condition
    • Non-Idiopathic Spinal Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4150: Other secondary scoliosis, site unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buchholz typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buchholz 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. Buchholz. 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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Additional Nerve Decompression in Spine
    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Laminotomy (Additional Level)
    • Hemilaminectomy (Additional Level)
    • Spinal Nerve Root Decompression (Additional)
    • Neck Disc Replacement
    • Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
    • Cervical Total Disc Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
    • 63035: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; each additional interspace, cervical or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
    • Spine fusion surgery lower back
    • Lumbar arthrodesis
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

    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)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    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:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Does Dr. Buchholz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buchholz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-2203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buchholz accept in The Villages, FL?

    Dr. Buchholz in The Villages, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Buchholz's office located?

    Dr. Avery Buchholz's Primary Practice

    8768 SE 165th Mulberry Ln

    The Villages, FL 32162

    (434) 924-2203

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    Dr. Avery Buchholz's Practice 2

    89 W Copeland Dr Fl 2

    Orlando, FL 32806

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    Dr. Avery Buchholz's Practice 3

    76 Underwood St Ste 300

    Orlando, FL 32806

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    What is Dr. Buchholz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Buchholz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821319682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchholz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchholz

    What is Dr. Avery Buchholz's specialty?

    Dr. Buchholz is a Neurosurgeon near The Villages, FL.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is this Dr. Avery Buchholz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buchholz is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Avery Buchholz accepting new patients in The Villages, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Avery Buchholz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Avery Buchholz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buchholz's office at (434) 924-2203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Avery Buchholz?

    Please contact Dr. Buchholz's office at (434) 924-2203 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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