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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Densler, Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Duane Densler, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Densler graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Densler is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Densler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Densler’s office at (502) 583-1697.
Where did Dr. Densler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
What languages does Dr. Densler speak?
Dr. Densler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Densler typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Densler 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. Densler. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, 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
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Densler typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Densler 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. Densler. 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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Densler accept my insurance?
Dr. Densler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 583-1697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Densler accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Densler in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Densler's office located?
Dr. Duane Densler's Primary Practice
12613 Taylorsville Rd Ste 118
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 583-1697
What is Dr. Densler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Densler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376667741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Densler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Densler
What is Dr. Duane Densler's specialty?
Dr. Densler is a Neurosurgeon near Louisville, KY.
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. Duane Densler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Densler is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Baptist Health Hardin 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 Duane Densler accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Duane Densler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Duane Densler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Densler's office at (502) 583-1697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Duane Densler?
Please contact Dr. Densler's office at (502) 583-1697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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