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Dr. Shane Abdunnur, MD

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Dr. Shane Abdunnur, MD

Reno, NV

9 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdunnur, Neurosurgeon in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Shane Abdunnur, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 9 years. Dr. Abdunnur graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a member of the Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center. Dr. Abdunnur is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdunnur’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdunnur’s office at (775) 348-8800.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University | University of Texas Health Science Center | University of Texas Health Science Center

    What languages does Dr. Abdunnur speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abdunnur 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. Abdunnur. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

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

    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:

    • 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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abdunnur 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. Abdunnur. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Lower back nerve decompression
    • Herniated disc surgery (lumbar)
    • Transpedicular spinal decompression

    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
    • 63056: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; lumbar (including transfacet, or lateral extraforaminal approach) (eg, far lateral herniated intervertebral disc)

    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

    Does Dr. Abdunnur accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdunnur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 348-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdunnur accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Abdunnur in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Abdunnur's office located?

    Dr. Shane Abdunnur's Primary Practice

    9990 Double R Blvd Ste 200

    Reno, NV 89521

    (775) 348-8800

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    Dr. Shane Abdunnur's Practice 2

    7700 Rancharrah Pkwy Ste 100

    Reno, NV 89511

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    Dr. Shane Abdunnur's Practice 3

    1470 Medical Pkwy Ste 220

    Carson City, NV 89703

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 10 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    88% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Shane Abdunnur an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Abdunnur has been rated and reviewed by 10 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Abdunnur, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

    Chief of Neurosurgery

    2019

    Awards

    Best Presentation

    Graduate Research Symposium

    Publications

    Compressive Lesions of the Peripheral Nerve

    , 2014

    MIS Thoracoabdominal Approach and Closure

    , 2014

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

    Dr. Abdunnur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841548195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdunnur?

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

    What is Dr. Shane Abdunnur's specialty?

    Dr. Abdunnur is a Neurosurgeon near Reno, NV.

    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. Shane Abdunnur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdunnur is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Tahoe Forest 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

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    Is Shane Abdunnur accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Shane Abdunnur is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shane Abdunnur offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdunnur's office at (775) 348-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shane Abdunnur?

    Please contact Dr. Abdunnur's office at (775) 348-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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