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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitaker-Lea, Neurosurgeon in Rome, GA?
Dr. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Rome, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Whitaker-Lea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitaker-Lea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitaker-Lea’s office at (706) 368-8550.
What languages does Dr. Whitaker-Lea speak?
Dr. Whitaker-Lea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Whitaker-Lea typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whitaker-Lea 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. Whitaker-Lea. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical 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:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Whitaker-Lea typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whitaker-Lea 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. Whitaker-Lea. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Whitaker-Lea accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitaker-Lea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 368-8550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitaker-Lea accept in Rome, GA?
Dr. Whitaker-Lea in Rome, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whitaker-Lea's office located?
Dr. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea's Primary Practice
15 John Maddox Dr NW
Rome, GA 30165
(706) 368-8550
What is Dr. Whitaker-Lea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitaker-Lea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124414701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitaker-Lea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitaker-Lea
What is Dr. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea's specialty?
Dr. Whitaker-Lea is a Neurosurgeon near Rome, GA.
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. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitaker-Lea is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Wellstar Windy Hill, Hamilton 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 Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea accepting new patients in Rome, GA?
Yes, Dr. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitaker-Lea's office at (706) 368-8550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wittstatt Whitaker-Lea?
Please contact Dr. Whitaker-Lea's office at (706) 368-8550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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