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Who is Dr. Whisenhunt, Neurosurgeon in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whisenhunt graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Whisenhunt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whisenhunt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whisenhunt’s office at (334) 834-6422.
Where did Dr. Whisenhunt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whisenhunt speak?
Dr. Whisenhunt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whisenhunt treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whisenhunt 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. Whisenhunt. 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:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken lower back
- Vertebra fracture
- Spinal injury
- Broken Upper Back
- Mid-Back Fracture
- Vertebral Fracture
- Spinal Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32009A: Unspecified fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S22009A: Unspecified fracture of unspecified thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Communicating Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
- External Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
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:
- Spinal Instability in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Instability
- Unstable Lower Back Joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M532X6: Spinal instabilities, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
Does Dr. Whisenhunt accept my insurance?
Dr. Whisenhunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 834-6422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whisenhunt accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Whisenhunt in Montgomery, AL 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 Alabama
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Whisenhunt's office located?
Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt's Primary Practice
1510 Forest Ave
Montgomery, AL 36106
(334) 834-6422
What is Dr. Whisenhunt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whisenhunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275736365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whisenhunt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whisenhunt
What is Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt's specialty?
Dr. Whisenhunt is a Neurosurgeon near Montgomery, AL. 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. Whisenhunt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whisenhunt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Thomas Whisenhunt accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Whisenhunt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whisenhunt's office at (334) 834-6422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Whisenhunt?
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