Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kretzer, Neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ryan Kretzer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Kretzer graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Kretzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kretzer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kretzer’s office at (520) 881-8400.
Where did Dr. Kretzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kretzer speak?
Dr. Kretzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kretzer treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kretzer 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. Kretzer. 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
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Mid-Back 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
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
- Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Thoracic Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
- Nonunion After Fusion
- Failed Spinal Fusion
- Pseudarthrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
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
What procedures does Dr. Kretzer perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kretzer 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. Kretzer. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Kretzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kretzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 881-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kretzer accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Kretzer in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Scan Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kretzer's office located?
Dr. Ryan Kretzer's Primary Practice
6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 305
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 881-8400
What is Dr. Kretzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kretzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861545766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kretzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kretzer
What is Dr. Ryan Kretzer's specialty?
Dr. Kretzer is a Neurosurgeon near Tucson, AZ. 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. Kretzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ryan Kretzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kretzer is affiliated with Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Canyon Vista Medical Center, Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Ryan Kretzer accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Kretzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Kretzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kretzer's office at (520) 881-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Kretzer?
Please contact Dr. Kretzer's office at (520) 881-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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