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Dr. Christian Ricks, MD

Neurosurgeon

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ricks, Neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Christian Ricks, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ricks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricks’s office at (505) 272-2111.

    What languages does Dr. Ricks speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ricks 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. Ricks. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ricks 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. Ricks. 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:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    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. Ricks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ricks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ricks accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Ricks in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christus Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ricks' office located?

    Dr. Christian Ricks' Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2111

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    Dr. Christian Ricks' Practice 2

    900 Camino de Salud

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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    Dr. Christian Ricks' Practice 3

    465 Saint Michaels Dr Ste 107

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

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

    Dr. Ricks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548522063.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricks?

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

    What is Dr. Christian Ricks's specialty?

    Dr. Ricks is a Neurosurgeon near Albuquerque, NM.

    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. Christian Ricks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ricks is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center, Christus Health 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 Dr. Christian Ricks accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Christian Ricks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christian Ricks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ricks' office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christian Ricks?

    Please contact Dr. Ricks' office at (505) 272-2111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ricks' office located?

    Dr. Ricks' offices are located in Albuquerque, NM and Santa Fe, NM.