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Dr. Peter Boehm, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boehm, Neurosurgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Peter Boehm, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Boehm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boehm’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boehm’s office at (423) 265-2233.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Boehm?

    Dr. Peter Boehm, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Boehm empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Boehm is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Boehm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Boehm treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Boehm 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. Boehm. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • 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
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    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:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Boehm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boehm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 265-2233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boehm accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Boehm in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Boehm's office located?

    Dr. Peter Boehm's Primary Practice

    975 E 3rd St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 265-2233

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

    Dr. Boehm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427261429.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boehm?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Boehm's specialty?

    Dr. Boehm is a Neurosurgeon near Chattanooga, TN. 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. Boehm to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Boehm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boehm is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Peter Boehm accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Boehm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Boehm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boehm's office at (423) 265-2233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Boehm?

    Please contact Dr. Boehm's office at (423) 265-2233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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