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Dr. James Thurmond, MD

Dr. James Thurmond, MD

Lancaster, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thurmond, Neurosurgeon in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. James Thurmond, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thurmond graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Thurmond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurmond’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurmond’s office at (717) 569-5109.

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

    • Fellowship: UMDNJ - NJMS

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thurmond speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thurmond treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thurmond 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. Thurmond. 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
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck 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 Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Compression
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Compressed Spinal Cord
    • Myelopathy from Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9520: Unspecified cord compression

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    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

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    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

    Does Dr. Thurmond accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thurmond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 569-5109 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thurmond accept in Lancaster, PA?

    Dr. Thurmond in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Thurmond's office located?

    Dr. James Thurmond's Primary Practice

    1671 Crooked Oak Dr

    Lancaster, PA 17601

    (717) 569-5109

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    Dr. James Thurmond's Practice 2

    426 Cloverleaf Rd

    Elizabethtown, PA 17022

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    Dr. James Thurmond's Practice 3

    750 Willow Valley Lakes Dr

    Willow Street, PA 17584

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

    Dr. Thurmond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174775993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurmond?

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

    What is Dr. James Thurmond's specialty?

    Dr. Thurmond is a Neurosurgeon near Lancaster, PA. 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. Thurmond to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Thurmond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thurmond is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is James Thurmond accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?

    Yes, Dr. James Thurmond is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Thurmond offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thurmond's office at (717) 569-5109 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Thurmond?

    Please contact Dr. Thurmond's office at (717) 569-5109 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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