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Dr. Christopher Roberts, DO

Dr. Christopher Roberts, DO

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Roberts, Neurosurgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Christopher Roberts, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (954) 763-6655.

    Where did Dr. Roberts go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (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:

    • 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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    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

    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. Roberts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 763-6655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Roberts accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Roberts in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Roberts' Primary Practice

    1601 S Andrews Ave Fl 3

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

    (954) 763-6655

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    Dr. Christopher Roberts' Practice 2

    510 SE Dixie Hwy

    Stuart, FL 34994

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Osteopathic Association

    DO Member

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

    Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679864581.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Roberts's specialty?

    Dr. Roberts is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Lauderdale, 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. Christopher Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs 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 Roberts accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Roberts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (954) 763-6655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Roberts?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (954) 763-6655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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