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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herron, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Larry Herron, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Herron graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Orthopaedic Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Herron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herron’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herron’s office at (805) 541-4700.
Where did Dr. Herron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orthopaedic Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Herron board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Larry Herron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Herron speak?
Dr. Herron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Herron treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Herron 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. Herron. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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
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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Back Pars Defect
- Lumbar Spondylolysis
- Lower Back Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4306: Spondylolysis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
What procedures does Dr. Herron perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Herron 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. Herron. 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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Neck Vertebra Removal for Spinal Cord Relief (Additional Segment)
- Neck Spinal Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Cervical corpectomy (additional segment)
- Spinal cord decompression (neck, anterior)
- Vertebral body resection (cervical)
- 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)
- 63082: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, each additional segment (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:
- Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Vertebral Body Resection
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
CPT Codes:
- 63081: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, single segment
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 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:
- Brain Bleed Surgery
- Craniectomy for Hematoma
- Craniotomy for Hematoma
- Brain Hematoma Evacuation
- Blood Clot Removal from Brain
CPT Codes:
- 61312: Craniectomy Or Craniotomy For Evacuation Of Hematoma, Supratentorial; Extradural Or Subdural
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Lower Neck Bone Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Neck Vertebrae Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Cervical Spinal Fusion
- Posterior Cervical Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22554: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); cervical below C2
- 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)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22600: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; cervical below C2 segment
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)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
- Extra Level Spine Fusion
- Spinal Segment Fusion
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone 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)
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional 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:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Herron accept my insurance?
Dr. Herron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 541-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herron accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Herron in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Herron's office located?
Dr. Larry Herron's Primary Practice
1551 Bishop St Ste 510
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-4700
What is Dr. Herron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730109968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herron
What is Dr. Larry Herron's specialty?
Dr. Herron is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Herron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Larry Herron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herron is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Larry Herron accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Larry Herron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Larry Herron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herron's office at (805) 541-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Larry Herron?
Please contact Dr. Herron's office at (805) 541-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Herron have?
Dr. Larry Herron is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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