6 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jung, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Edward Jung, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 6 years. He is a member of the North American Spine Society, Health Volunteers Overseas, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, AO Spine, and AO Trauma. Dr. Jung is fluent in English, Korean, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jung’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jung?
Dr. Edward Jung, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jung empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Herniated Discs, Scoliosis, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Stenosis, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Complex, Spinal Tumors, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Jung is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Jung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago Medical School
What languages does Dr. Jung speak?
Dr. Jung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Jung treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Jung 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. Jung. 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:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal 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 Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, 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 Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does Dr. Jung perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Jung 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. Jung. 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Additional Nerve Decompression in Spine
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
- Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
- Lower back nerve decompression
- Herniated disc surgery (lumbar)
- Transpedicular spinal decompression
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
- Laminotomy (Additional Level)
- Hemilaminectomy (Additional Level)
- Spinal Nerve Root Decompression (Additional)
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
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
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
- 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63056: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; lumbar (including transfacet, or lateral extraforaminal approach) (eg, far lateral herniated intervertebral disc)
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
- 63035: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; each additional interspace, cervical or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single interspace; lumbar
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)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
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)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Jung accept my insurance?
Dr. Jung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jung accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Jung in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Multiplan
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jung's office located?
Dr. Edward Jung's Practice 2
751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 4020
Issaquah, WA 98029
(425) 313-7077
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North American Spine Society
Member
Health Volunteers Overseas
Member
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Member
Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Member
AO Spine
Member
AO Trauma
Member
What is Dr. Jung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568808970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jung
What is Dr. Edward Jung's specialty?
Dr. Jung is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Seattle, WA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Jung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Jung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jung is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus 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 Edward Jung accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Jung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Jung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jung's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Jung?
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