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Dr. Richard Menger, MD

Neurosurgeon

Mobile, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Menger, Neurosurgeon in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Richard Menger, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Menger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Menger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Menger’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Menger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Menger typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Menger 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. Menger. 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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Menger typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Menger 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. Menger. 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:

    • 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Menger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Menger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Menger accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Menger in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Menger's office located?

    Dr. Richard Menger's Primary Practice

    75 S University Blvd Unit 6000

    Mobile, AL 36608

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    Dr. Richard Menger's Practice 2

    2451 University Hospital Dr

    Mobile, AL 36617

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    Dr. Richard Menger's Practice 3

    1700 Center St

    Mobile, AL 36604

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    What hospitals are Dr. Menger affiliated with?

    Dr. Menger has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    USA Health University Hospital,Mobile, AL

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

    Dr. Menger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205128790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Menger?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Menger's specialty?

    Dr. Menger is a Neurosurgeon near Mobile, AL.

    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 Dr. Richard Menger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Menger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: USA Health University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Richard Menger accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Menger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Menger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Menger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Menger?

    Please contact Dr. Menger's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Menger's office located?

    Dr. Menger's office is located in Mobile, AL.