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Dr. Stephen Ritter, MD

Dr. Stephen Ritter, MD

Carmel, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritter, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Carmel, IN?

    Dr. Stephen Ritter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Carmel, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ritter completed his residency at University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Ritter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritter’s office at (317) 817-1200.

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

    • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    • Residency: University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    What languages does Dr. Ritter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ritter treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ritter 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. Ritter. 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
    • 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
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone 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
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy

    What procedures does Dr. Ritter perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ritter 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. Ritter. 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 Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 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)
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Lumbar Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Neck Disc Replacement
    • Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
    • Cervical Total Disc Replacement
    • Lower back nerve decompression
    • Herniated disc surgery (lumbar)
    • Transpedicular spinal decompression
    • Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery

    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
    • 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
    • 63056: Transpedicular approach with decompression of spinal cord, equina and/or nerve root(s) (eg, herniated intervertebral disc), single segment; lumbar (including transfacet, or lateral extraforaminal approach) (eg, far lateral herniated intervertebral disc)
    • 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
    • Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
    • Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
    • Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Ritter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 817-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritter accept in Carmel, IN?

    Dr. Ritter in Carmel, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Unified Group Services

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ritter's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Ritter's Primary Practice

    10767 Illinois St Ste 3000

    Carmel, IN 46032

    (317) 817-1200

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    Dr. Stephen Ritter's Practice 2

    1401 W County Line Rd

    Greenwood, IN 46142

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    Dr. Stephen Ritter's Practice 3

    201 Pennsylvania Pkwy Ste 100

    Carmel, IN 46280

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

    Dr. Ritter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912938721.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritter?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Ritter's specialty?

    Dr. Ritter is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Carmel, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Ritter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Ritter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritter is affiliated with Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, Hancock Regional Hospital, Columbus Regional 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 Stephen Ritter accepting new patients in Carmel, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Ritter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Ritter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (317) 817-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Ritter?

    Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (317) 817-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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