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Who is Dr. Cook, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Christopher Cook, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bowling Green, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cook is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cook’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cook’s office at (270) 782-7800.
What languages does Dr. Cook speak?
Dr. Cook and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cook typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cook 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. Cook. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cook typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cook 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. Cook. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
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)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Cook accept my insurance?
Dr. Cook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 782-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cook accept in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Cook in Bowling Green, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mpsers
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cook's office located?
Dr. Christopher Cook's Primary Practice
165 Natchez Trace Ave
Bowling Green, KY 42103
(270) 782-7800
What is Dr. Cook's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760816979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cook?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cook
What is Dr. Christopher Cook's specialty?
Dr. Cook is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Bowling Green, KY.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christopher Cook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cook is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Upmc Lititz, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Wellspan York Hospital 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 Christopher Cook accepting new patients in Bowling Green, KY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cook is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Cook offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (270) 782-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Cook?
Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (270) 782-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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