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Dr. Herman Lawson, MD

Wyomissing, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lawson, Neurosurgeon in Wyomissing, PA?

    Dr. Herman Lawson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Wyomissing, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawson’s office at (610) 375-4567.

    Is Dr. Lawson board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Herman Lawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lawson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lawson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Neck Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion
    • Slipped Disc in Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Neck
    • Cervical Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
    • M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    What procedures does Dr. Lawson perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    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

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Pain Stimulator Device Revision or Removal
    • Spinal neurostimulator removal
    • Spinal cord stimulator revision
    • Implanted pain device removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 63688: Revision or removal of implanted spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
    • Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
    • Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
    • Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Lawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 375-4567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawson accept in Wyomissing, PA?

    Dr. Lawson in Wyomissing, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Lawson's office located?

    Dr. Herman Lawson's Primary Practice

    2610 Keiser Blvd

    Wyomissing, PA 19610

    (610) 375-4567

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    Dr. Herman Lawson's Practice 2

    420 S 5th Ave

    West Reading, PA 19611

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    Dr. Herman Lawson's Practice 3

    601 Spruce St Ste 101

    West Reading, PA 19611

    (610) 375-4567

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

    Dr. Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366589517.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawson?

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

    What is Dr. Herman Lawson's specialty?

    Dr. Lawson is a Neurosurgeon near Wyomissing, PA. 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. Lawson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Herman Lawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lawson is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street 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 Herman Lawson accepting new patients in Wyomissing, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Herman Lawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herman Lawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (610) 375-4567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Herman Lawson?

    Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (610) 375-4567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Herman Lawson have?

    Dr. Herman Lawson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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