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Who is Dr. Crutcher, Neurosurgeon in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Clifford Crutcher, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Crutcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crutcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crutcher’s office at (919) 782-3456.
What languages does Dr. Crutcher speak?
Dr. Crutcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Crutcher typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Crutcher 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. Crutcher. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Does Dr. Crutcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Crutcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 782-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crutcher accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Crutcher in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Crutcher's office located?
Dr. Clifford Crutcher's Primary Practice
3400 Wake Forest Rd Ste 310
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 782-3456
What is Dr. Crutcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crutcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437491305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crutcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crutcher
What is Dr. Clifford Crutcher's specialty?
Dr. Crutcher is a Neurosurgeon near Raleigh, NC.
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. Clifford Crutcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crutcher is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Carteret Health Care, Alamance Regional 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 Clifford Crutcher accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Clifford Crutcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clifford Crutcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crutcher's office at (919) 782-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clifford Crutcher?
Please contact Dr. Crutcher's office at (919) 782-3456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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