Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cain, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Christopher Cain, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cain completed his residency at Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, East Melbourne, Australia, Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, AOSpine Asia Pacific, AOSpine North America, Australian Medical Association, and Australian Spine Society -. Dr. Cain is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cain’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cain’s office at (720) 848-0000.
Where did Dr. Cain go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, United Kingdom | Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, United Kingdom, Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Residency: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, East Melbourne, Australia, Orthopaedic Surgery | Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, East Melbourne, Australia
Is Dr. Cain board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cain speak?
Dr. Cain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cain typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cain 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. Cain. 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.
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cain typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cain 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. Cain. 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.
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 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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
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:
- 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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Cain accept my insurance?
Dr. Cain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cain accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Cain in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Cain's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North American Spine Society
Board Member
AOSpine Asia Pacific
Board Member
AOSpine North America
Board Member
Australian Medical Association
Board Member
Australian Spine Society -
Member
Awards
Australian Medical Association, President's Award
Who's Who in the World 24th Edition, Marquis
What is Dr. Cain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427367861.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cain
What is Dr. Christopher Cain's specialty?
Dr. Cain is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Aurora, CO.
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. Christopher Cain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cain is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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 Christopher Cain accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Cain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cain's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Cain?
Please contact Dr. Cain's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Cain have?
Dr. Christopher Cain is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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