Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adler, Neurosurgeon in Portland, OR?
Dr. David Adler, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Adler graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at SUNY Downstate/King Co. Dr. Adler is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adler’s office at (503) 796-2743.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Adler?
Dr. David Adler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Adler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acoustic Neuroma/Schwannoma, Arteriovenous Malformations, Brain Tumors, Pituitary Tumors, Trigeminal Neuralgia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland/OR community, Dr. Adler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Adler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Downstate/King Co | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Suny, Health Science Center At Brooklyn, New York | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Adler board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Adler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Adler speak?
Dr. Adler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Adler treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Adler 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. Adler. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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 Dr. Adler perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Adler 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. Adler. 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
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
- 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
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); 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
- 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Neck Spinal Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Cervical Laminectomy
- Cervical Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
- Nerve Root Decompression
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)
- 63045: 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; cervical
Also known as:
- Stereotactic Headframe Placement
- Radiosurgery Headframe
- Stereotactic Frame Application
- Head Immobilization for Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61800: Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
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:
- 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:
- Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
- Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
- Extra Level Spine Fusion
- Spinal Segment Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Adler accept my insurance?
Dr. Adler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 796-2743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adler accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Adler in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CareOregon
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Moda Health
OptumRx
Providence Health Plans
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Adler's office located?
Dr. David Adler's Primary Practice
9155 SW Barnes Rd Ste 221
Portland, OR 97225
(503) 796-2743
What is Dr. Adler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851311088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adler
What is Dr. David Adler's specialty?
Dr. Adler is a Neurosurgeon near Portland, OR. 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. Contact Dr. Adler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Adler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adler is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center, Providence St. Vincent 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 David Adler accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. David Adler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Adler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adler's office at (503) 796-2743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Adler?
Please contact Dr. Adler's office at (503) 796-2743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Adler have?
Dr. David Adler is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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