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Dr. James Alvis, MD

Neurosurgeon

Norman, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alvis, Neurosurgeon in Norman, OK?

    Dr. James Alvis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Norman, OK with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alvis graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Alvis is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvis’s office at (405) 321-6347.

    Where did Dr. Alvis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery | Eastern Va Grad School Med | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | Eastern Virginia Medical School | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alvis board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Alvis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Alvis speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alvis typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alvis 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. Alvis. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Right Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5431: Sciatica, right side

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alvis typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alvis 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. Alvis. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (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)

    Does Dr. Alvis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 321-6347 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvis accept in Norman, OK?

    Dr. Alvis in Norman, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Oklahoma

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alvis' office located?

    Dr. James Alvis' Primary Practice

    2412 Palmer Cir

    Norman, OK 73069

    (405) 321-6347

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    Dr. James Alvis' Practice 2

    3110 SW 89th St Ste 200D

    Oklahoma City, OK 73159

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    Dr. James Alvis' Practice 3

    419 W Gray St

    Norman, OK 73069

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

    Dr. Alvis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760401780.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvis?

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

    What is Dr. James Alvis's specialty?

    Dr. Alvis is a Neurosurgeon near Norman, OK.

    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 Dr. James Alvis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alvis is affiliated with Community Hospital South Campus - Oklahoma City, Southwestern Medical Center, Chickasaw Nation 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 Dr. James Alvis accepting new patients in Norman, OK?

    Yes, Dr. James Alvis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Alvis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvis' office at (405) 321-6347 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Alvis?

    Please contact Dr. Alvis' office at (405) 321-6347 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alvis' office located?

    Dr. Alvis' offices are located in Norman, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Alvis have?

    Dr. James Alvis is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.