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Dr. John Cuff, MD

Athens, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cuff, Neurosurgeon in Athens, GA?

    Dr. John Cuff, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Cuff graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Neurological Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurological Surgery; Queen'S Med Ctr, General Surgery; Detroit Rec Hsp-U Hlth C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Cuff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuff’s office at (706) 548-6881.

    Where did Dr. Cuff go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Neurological Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurological Surgery; Queen'S Med Ctr, General Surgery; Detroit Rec Hsp-U Hlth C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Bowman Gray School Of Med | Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University (Detroit Receiving Hospital) Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cuff board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Cuff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Cuff speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cuff treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cuff 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. Cuff. 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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 Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Wedge Compression Fracture of Lower Back Bone
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar wedge fracture
    • Broken lower back bone
    • Vertebral compression fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    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

    Does Dr. Cuff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cuff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 548-6881 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cuff accept in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Cuff in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cuff's office located?

    Dr. John Cuff's Primary Practice

    2142 W Broad St Bldg 100 Ste 200

    Athens, GA 30606

    (706) 548-6881

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

    Dr. Cuff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275554024.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuff?

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

    What is Dr. John Cuff's specialty?

    Dr. Cuff is a Neurosurgeon near Athens, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Cuff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Cuff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cuff is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, GA, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital 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 John Cuff accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Cuff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Cuff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cuff's office at (706) 548-6881 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Cuff?

    Please contact Dr. Cuff's office at (706) 548-6881 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Cuff have?

    Dr. John Cuff is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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