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Who is Dr. Schmitz, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Trevor Schmitz, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schmitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmitz’s office at (515) 247-8400.
What languages does Dr. Schmitz speak?
Dr. Schmitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Schmitz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schmitz 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. Schmitz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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 Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Schmitz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schmitz 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. Schmitz. 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 here.
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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
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:
- 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:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Schmitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmitz accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Schmitz in Des Moines, IA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Schmitz's office located?
Dr. Trevor Schmitz's Primary Practice
450 Laurel St Ste A
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 247-8400
What is Dr. Schmitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326364449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmitz
What is Dr. Trevor Schmitz's specialty?
Dr. Schmitz is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Des Moines, IA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Trevor Schmitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmitz is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Maury Regional Medical Center 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 Trevor Schmitz accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Trevor Schmitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Trevor Schmitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmitz's office at (515) 247-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Trevor Schmitz?
Please contact Dr. Schmitz's office at (515) 247-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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