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Who is Dr. Spindler, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Blake Spindler, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Spindler graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program. Dr. Spindler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spindler’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spindler’s office at (256) 533-6070.
Where did Dr. Spindler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spindler speak?
Dr. Spindler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Spindler treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Spindler 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. Spindler. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- History of rectal or anal cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Past rectal cancer
- Anal cancer survivor
- Previous rectosigmoid malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
What procedures does Dr. Spindler perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Spindler 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. Spindler. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
- Colon polyp removal
- Colon tumor destruction
- Therapeutic colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
- Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
- Laparoscopic Colon Mobilization
- Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal with Colostomy
- Laparoscopic Total Colectomy with Ileostomy
- Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann)
- Minimally invasive colectomy
- Laparoscopic bowel resection
- Keyhole colon surgery
- Splenic Flexure Mobilization
- Laparoscopic Colectomy Assist
- Colon Take-down Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Colon Resection
- Keyhole Colectomy
- Ileocolostomy Surgery
- Laparoscopic colectomy
- Partial colon resection
- Coloproctostomy with colostomy
- Minimally Invasive Total Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Colon Removal
- Total Colectomy with Ostomy
- Minimally Invasive Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Bowel Resection
- Keyhole Colon Surgery
- Hartmann's Procedure
- Laparoscopic Colon Resection
- Keyhole Colectomy with Colostomy
CPT Codes:
- 44207: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)
- 44213: Laparoscopy, surgical, mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
- 44205: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
- 44208: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis) with colostomy
- 44210: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, total, abdominal, without proctectomy, with ileostomy or ileoproctostomy
- 44204: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis
- 44206: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)
Also known as:
- Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
- Hemorrhoidopexy
- PPH Procedure
- Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Colonoscopy
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Intestine Ostomy Closure
- Small Intestine Resection
- Stoma Reversal Surgery
- Enterostomy Take-Down
- Bowel Ostomy Closure
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44625: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and anastomosis other than colorectal
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Partial Rectum Removal (Perineal Approach)
- Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
- Rectal Prolapse Repair
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Partial Proctectomy
- Rectal Resection
- Perineal Proctectomy
- Transanal tumor excision
- Full thickness rectal resection
- Rectal cancer surgery via anus
- Laparoscopic Proctopexy
- Rectopexy
- Minimally Invasive Rectal Surgery
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45123: Proctectomy, partial, without anastomosis, perineal approach
- 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)
- 45400: Laparoscopy, surgical; proctopexy (for prolapse)
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Drainage of Rectal Abscess
- Rectal Abscess and Fistula Surgery
- Drainage of Perianal Abscess
- Ischiorectal Abscess Drainage
- Perirectal Abscess Incision
- Rectal Abscess Surgery
- Ischiorectal abscess drainage with fistulectomy
- Perianal abscess drainage
- Fistula-in-ano surgery
- Rectal fistula treatment
- Perianal Abscess Incision
- Anal Abscess Drainage
- Superficial Perianal Abscess Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46040: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal and/or perirectal abscess (separate procedure)
- 46060: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal or intramural abscess, with fistulectomy or fistulotomy, submuscular, with or without placement of seton
- 46050: Incision and drainage, perianal abscess, superficial
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Colostomy or Cecostomy
- Complex Rectum Removal and Reconstruction (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic Ileostomy or Jejunostomy
- Keyhole colostomy
- Cecostomy surgery
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Laparoscopic bowel opening
- Laparoscopic Proctectomy
- J-Pouch Surgery
- Colo-Anal Anastomosis
- Rectal Cancer Surgery with Pouch
- Minimally Invasive Ileostomy
- Keyhole Bowel Diversion
- Laparoscopic Jejunostomy
CPT Codes:
- 44188: Laparoscopy, surgical, colostomy or skin level cecostomy
- 45397: Laparoscopy, surgical; proctectomy, combined abdominoperineal pull-through procedure (eg, colo-anal anastomosis), with creation of colonic reservoir (eg, J-pouch), with diverting enterostomy, when performed
- 44187: Laparoscopy, surgical; ileostomy or jejunostomy, non-tube
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure Removal with Muscle Release
- Fissurectomy
- Sphincterotomy
- Anal Fissure Repair
- Chronic Fissure Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46200: Fissurectomy, including sphincterotomy, when performed
Also known as:
- Omental Flap Surgery
- Intra-abdominal Omental Transfer
- Omentum Flap
- Abdominal Tissue Flap
CPT Codes:
- 49905: Omental flap, intra-abdominal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Enterostomy Closure with Resection
- Minimally invasive enterostomy closure
- Keyhole bowel surgery
- Laparoscopic intestinal repair
CPT Codes:
- 44227: Laparoscopy, surgical, closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine, with resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Sigmoidoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal (Lower Colon)
- Sigmoid Colon Lesion Excision
- Lower Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
CPT Codes:
- 45338: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Small Intestine Removal
- Minimally invasive small bowel resection
- Laparoscopic enterectomy
- Keyhole small intestine surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44202: Laparoscopy, surgical; enterectomy, resection of small intestine, single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Rectum Removal with Colostomy
- Minimally Invasive Proctectomy
- Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection
- Keyhole Rectal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 45395: Laparoscopy, surgical; proctectomy, complete, combined abdominoperineal, with colostomy
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Rectal Stricture Dilation (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Rectal narrowing dilation
- Anorectal stricture treatment
- Rectal stretching procedure
- Dilation of anal canal stricture
CPT Codes:
- 45910: Dilation of rectal stricture (separate procedure) under anesthesia other than local
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Bladder Stimulator Implant
- Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain
- Bladder Pacemaker Surgery
- Sacral Nerve Electrode Placement
CPT Codes:
- 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed
- 64581: Open implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement)
Also known as:
- Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
- VP Shunt Surgery
- Brain Shunt Placement
- Hydrocephalus Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Does Dr. Spindler accept my insurance?
Dr. Spindler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 533-6070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spindler accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Spindler in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Spindler's office located?
Dr. Blake Spindler's Primary Practice
115 Manning Dr SW Ste D101
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 533-6070
What is Dr. Spindler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spindler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205198264.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spindler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spindler
What is Dr. Blake Spindler's specialty?
Dr. Spindler is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Huntsville, AL. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Spindler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Blake Spindler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spindler is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood Medical Center 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 Blake Spindler accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Blake Spindler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blake Spindler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spindler's office at (256) 533-6070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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