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Dr. Karina Katchko, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katchko, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Karina Katchko, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Katchko is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katchko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katchko’s office at (206) 520-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Katchko speak?

    Dr. Katchko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Katchko typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Katchko 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. Katchko. 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 here.

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Katchko typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Katchko 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. Katchko. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    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

    Does Dr. Katchko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katchko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Katchko accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Katchko in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Workers Comp

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Katchko's office located?

    Dr. Karina Katchko's Primary Practice

    18444 N 25th Ave Ste 210

    Phoenix, AZ 85023

    (206) 520-5000

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    What is Dr. Katchko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Katchko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003347832.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katchko?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katchko

    What is Dr. Karina Katchko's specialty?

    Dr. Katchko is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ.

    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. Karina Katchko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katchko is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Karina Katchko accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Karina Katchko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karina Katchko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katchko's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karina Katchko?

    Please contact Dr. Katchko's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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