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Who is Dr. Pannu, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Palos Hills, IL?
Dr. Gurpal Pannu, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palos Hills, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pannu graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Pannu is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pannu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pannu’s office at (708) 237-7200.
Where did Dr. Pannu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pannu speak?
Dr. Pannu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Pannu typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Pannu 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. Pannu. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- 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:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Pannu typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Pannu 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. Pannu. 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)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
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
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:
- 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)
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
Does Dr. Pannu accept my insurance?
Dr. Pannu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 237-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pannu accept in Palos Hills, IL?
Dr. Pannu in Palos Hills, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Pannu's office located?
Dr. Gurpal Pannu's Primary Practice
10330 S Roberts Rd
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 237-7200
What is Dr. Pannu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pannu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437413960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pannu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pannu
What is Dr. Gurpal Pannu's specialty?
Dr. Pannu is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Palos Hills, IL.
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. Gurpal Pannu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pannu is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Olympia Fields Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital Of Munster 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
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Is Gurpal Pannu accepting new patients in Palos Hills, IL?
Yes, Dr. Gurpal Pannu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gurpal Pannu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pannu's office at (708) 237-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gurpal Pannu?
Please contact Dr. Pannu's office at (708) 237-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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