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Who is Dr. Appelboom, Neurosurgeon in West Long Branch, NJ?
Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Long Branch, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Appelboom is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appelboom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appelboom’s office at (973) 754-2463.
Where did Dr. Appelboom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University | Stanford
What languages does Dr. Appelboom speak?
Dr. Appelboom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Appelboom typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Appelboom 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. Appelboom. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Appelboom typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Appelboom 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. Appelboom. 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
- 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 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Appelboom accept my insurance?
Dr. Appelboom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2463 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appelboom accept in West Long Branch, NJ?
Dr. Appelboom in West Long Branch, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEICO
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Appelboom's office located?
Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom also offers virtual visits
Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom's Primary Practice
121 Highway 36 Ste 330
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
(973) 754-2463
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom?
Dr. Appelboom has appointments available at his West Long Branch, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 11 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
88% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Appelboom has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Appelboom, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Appelboom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appelboom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508224064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appelboom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appelboom
What is Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom's specialty?
Dr. Appelboom is a Neurosurgeon near West Long Branch, NJ.
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. Geoffrey Appelboom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appelboom is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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 Geoffrey Appelboom accepting new patients in West Long Branch, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geoffrey Appelboom offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Appelboom, or call (973) 754-2463 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Geoffrey Appelboom?
Yes, Dr. Appelboom offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Appelboom, or call (973) 754-2463 for more information.
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