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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 2 additional practice locations. 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 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 an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Herron typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Herron typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Neck Vertebra Removal for Spinal Cord Relief (Additional Segment)
- 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)
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)
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:
- Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Vertebral Body Resection
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
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
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:
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Neck Vertebrae Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae 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
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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. Larry Herron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Herron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Twin Cities. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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