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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellwitz, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Joshua Ellwitz, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ellwitz completed his residency at Orthopaedic Surgery - Michigan State University Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, Kalamazoo, Mich.. Dr. Ellwitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellwitz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellwitz’s office at (855) 618-2676.
Where did Dr. Ellwitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Adult and Pediatric Spinal Deformity - University of California-Davis, Sacramento, Calif.
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery - Michigan State University Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, Kalamazoo, Mich.
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wis.
What languages does Dr. Ellwitz speak?
Dr. Ellwitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ellwitz treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ellwitz 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. Ellwitz. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Leg Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Sciatica-like Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51361: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with lower extremity pain only
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Spine Deformities
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Backbone Deformity
- Spinal Curvature Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M438X9: Other specified deforming dorsopathies, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Acquired Scoliosis
- Scoliosis from Another Condition
- Non-Idiopathic Spinal Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4150: Other secondary scoliosis, site unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ellwitz perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Joshua Ellwitz may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ellwitz's office.
Does Dr. Ellwitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellwitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 618-2676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellwitz accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Ellwitz in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Ellwitz's office located?
Dr. Joshua Ellwitz's Primary Practice
601 John St # 206A
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(855) 618-2676
What is Dr. Ellwitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellwitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063615854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellwitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellwitz
What is Dr. Joshua Ellwitz's specialty?
Dr. Ellwitz is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Kalamazoo, MI. 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. Ellwitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Ellwitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellwitz is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Mclaren Northern Michigan 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 Joshua Ellwitz accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Ellwitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Ellwitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellwitz's office at (855) 618-2676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Ellwitz?
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