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Dr. Lyman Whitlatch, MD, PHD

Chico, CA

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    Who is Dr. Whitlatch, Neurosurgeon in Chico, CA?

    Dr. Lyman Whitlatch, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chico, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whitlatch graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, General Surgery. Dr. Whitlatch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitlatch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitlatch’s office at (530) 895-3333.

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

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitlatch speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Whitlatch treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whitlatch 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. Whitlatch. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain
    • Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Back and Leg Pain
    • Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
    • M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Does Dr. Whitlatch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitlatch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 895-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitlatch accept in Chico, CA?

    Dr. Whitlatch in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Whitlatch's office located?

    Dr. Lyman Whitlatch's Primary Practice

    560 Cohasset Rd

    Chico, CA 95926

    (530) 895-3333

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    Dr. Lyman Whitlatch's Practice 2

    2625 E Divisadero St

    Fresno, CA 93721

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    Dr. Lyman Whitlatch's Practice 3

    45 E River Park Pl W Ste 104

    Fresno, CA 93720

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

    Dr. Whitlatch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053585711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitlatch?

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

    What is Dr. Lyman Whitlatch's specialty?

    Dr. Whitlatch is a Neurosurgeon near Chico, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Whitlatch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lyman Whitlatch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Whitlatch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Lyman Whitlatch accepting new patients in Chico, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lyman Whitlatch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lyman Whitlatch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitlatch's office at (530) 895-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lyman Whitlatch?

    Please contact Dr. Whitlatch's office at (530) 895-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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