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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szczodry, Orthopedic Surgeon in Munster, IN?
Dr. Michal Szczodry, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Szczodry is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szczodry’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szczodry’s office at (708) 226-3300.
What languages does Dr. Szczodry speak?
Dr. Szczodry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Szczodry typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Szczodry 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. Szczodry. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens
- Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teen Mid-Back Curve
- Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
- Teenage scoliosis
- Scoliosis in teens
- AIS
ICD-10 Codes:
- M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M41124: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Scoliosis Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Scoliosis
- Post-scoliosis surgery care
- Scoliosis recovery care
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4782: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following scoliosis surgery
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Szczodry typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Szczodry 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. Szczodry. 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
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
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)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
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:
- Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
- Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
- Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
- Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
- Spine Bone Graft Material Collection
CPT Codes:
- 20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (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:
- Application of Risser Cast or Brace
- Risser Jacket Application
- Spinal Cast
- Scoliosis Brace Application
- Body Cast for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 29010: Application of Risser jacket, localizer, body; only
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Szczodry accept my insurance?
Dr. Szczodry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 226-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szczodry accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Szczodry in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Szczodry's office located?
What is Dr. Szczodry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szczodry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154646792.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szczodry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szczodry
What is Dr. Michal Szczodry's specialty?
Dr. Szczodry is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Munster, IN.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Michal Szczodry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szczodry is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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 Michal Szczodry accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Michal Szczodry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michal Szczodry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szczodry's office at (708) 226-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michal Szczodry?
Please contact Dr. Szczodry's office at (708) 226-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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