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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ridder, Neurosurgeon in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Thomas Ridder, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ridder is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ridder’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ridder’s office at (720) 777-1234.
What languages does Dr. Ridder speak?
Dr. Ridder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ridder treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ridder 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. Ridder. 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:
- 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 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
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:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
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
Does Dr. Ridder accept my insurance?
Dr. Ridder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 777-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ridder accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Ridder in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
United States Department of Labor
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Where is Dr. Ridder's office located?
What is Dr. Ridder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ridder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487851838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ridder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ridder
What is Dr. Thomas Ridder's specialty?
Dr. Ridder is a Neurosurgeon near Aurora, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Ridder to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ridder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ridder is affiliated with San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurosurgeon?
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Is Thomas Ridder accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ridder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ridder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ridder's office at (720) 777-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ridder?
Please contact Dr. Ridder's office at (720) 777-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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