Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boswell, Neurosurgeon in Salina, KS?
Dr. Scott Boswell, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Salina, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Boswell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boswell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boswell’s office at (785) 823-1032.
What languages does Dr. Boswell speak?
Dr. Boswell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Boswell typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Boswell 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. Boswell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Boswell typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Boswell 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. Boswell. 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 here.
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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Boswell accept my insurance?
Dr. Boswell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 823-1032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boswell accept in Salina, KS?
Dr. Boswell in Salina, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allstate Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boswell's office located?
Dr. Scott Boswell's Primary Practice
501 S Santa Fe Ave Ste 300
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 823-1032
What is Dr. Boswell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boswell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801093224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boswell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boswell
What is Dr. Scott Boswell's specialty?
Dr. Boswell is a Neurosurgeon near Salina, KS.
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 this Dr. Scott Boswell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boswell is affiliated with Salina Regional Health Center, Clara Barton 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 Scott Boswell accepting new patients in Salina, KS?
Yes, Dr. Scott Boswell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Boswell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boswell's office at (785) 823-1032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Boswell?
Please contact Dr. Boswell's office at (785) 823-1032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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