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Dr. Ran Lador, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

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Orthopedic Surgeon

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lador, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Ran Lador, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Lador is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lador’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lador’s office at (713) 486-4880.

    What languages does Dr. Lador speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Lador typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lador 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. Lador. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, 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 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Lador typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lador 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. Lador. 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:

    • 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:

    • Tissue Expander Placement (Non-Breast)
    • Skin Expander Implant
    • Soft Tissue Expansion
    • Reconstructive Tissue Expander
    • Tissue Augmentation Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 11960: Insertion of tissue expander(s) for other than breast, including subsequent expansion

    Does Dr. Lador accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lador accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-4880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lador accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Lador in Houston, TX 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lador's office located?

    1700 Ut Physicians Orthopaedic Clinic

    6400 Fannin St Ste 1700

    Houston, TX 77030

    (713) 486-4880

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

    Dr. Lador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154804649.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lador?

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

    What is Dr. Ran Lador's specialty?

    Dr. Lador is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Houston, TX.

    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. Ran Lador affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lador is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Houston Physicians' Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ran Lador accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ran Lador is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ran Lador offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lador's office at (713) 486-4880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ran Lador?

    Please contact Dr. Lador's office at (713) 486-4880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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