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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hines, Neurosurgeon in Florence, SC?
Dr. Thomas Hines, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hines is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hines’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hines’s office at (843) 673-0122.
What languages does Dr. Hines speak?
Dr. Hines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Hines typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hines 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. Hines. 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
- 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 Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Hines typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hines 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. Hines. 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. Hines accept my insurance?
Dr. Hines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 673-0122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hines accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Hines in Florence, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hines' office located?
What is Dr. Hines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104208776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hines?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hines
What is Dr. Thomas Hines's specialty?
Dr. Hines is a Neurosurgeon near Florence, SC.
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. Thomas Hines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hines is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Lexington 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 Thomas Hines accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hines is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Hines offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (843) 673-0122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Hines?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (843) 673-0122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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