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Dr. James Lawrence, MD

Dr. James Lawrence, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lawrence, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Albany, NY?

    Dr. James Lawrence, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lawrence graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Lawrence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawrence’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawrence’s office at (518) 489-2666.

    Where did Dr. Lawrence go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lawrence speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lawrence treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back 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
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar 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
    • Spondylolisthesis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip
    • Slipped Vertebra
    • Spinal Slip
    • Vertebral Displacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
    • M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified

    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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
    • Lumbar Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Lawrence perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. James Lawrence may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lawrence's office.

    Does Dr. Lawrence accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawrence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 489-2666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawrence accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Lawrence in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lawrence's office located?

    Dr. James Lawrence's Primary Practice

    1367 Washington Ave Ste 200

    Albany, NY 12206

    (518) 489-2666

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    Dr. James Lawrence's Practice 2

    989 Route 146 Ste 300

    Clifton Park, NY 12065

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    Dr. James Lawrence's Practice 3

    6 Medical Park Dr Ste 201

    Malta, NY 12020

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

    Dr. Lawrence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144424524.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawrence?

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

    What is Dr. James Lawrence's specialty?

    Dr. Lawrence is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Albany, NY. 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. Lawrence to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Lawrence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Florence Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is James Lawrence accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Lawrence is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Lawrence offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (518) 489-2666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Lawrence?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (518) 489-2666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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