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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kolb, Neurosurgeon in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Luis Kolb, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kolb is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolb’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolb’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kolb speak?
Dr. Kolb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Kolb treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kolb 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. Kolb. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve
- Compressed Nerve Root
- Spinal Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5410: Radiculopathy, site unspecified
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:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Kolb perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kolb 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. Kolb. 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:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (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)
Does Dr. Kolb accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolb accept in Fairfield, CT?
Dr. Kolb in Fairfield, CT 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kolb's office located?
What is Dr. Kolb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457595035.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolb
What is Dr. Luis Kolb's specialty?
Dr. Kolb is a Neurosurgeon near Fairfield, CT. 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. Kolb to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Kolb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kolb is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven, Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, William W. Backus 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 Luis Kolb accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?
Yes, Dr. Luis Kolb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Kolb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolb's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Kolb?
Please contact Dr. Kolb's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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