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Who is Dr. Caldwell, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Joseph Caldwell, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Caldwell graduated from WAYNE STATE UNIV SOM. Dr. Caldwell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caldwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caldwell’s office at (574) 264-0791.
Where did Dr. Caldwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: WAYNE STATE UNIV SOM
What languages does Dr. Caldwell speak?
Dr. Caldwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Caldwell typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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 and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Caldwell typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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:
- 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
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)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (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)
Does Dr. Caldwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Caldwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 264-0791 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caldwell accept in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Caldwell in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caldwell's office located?
Dr. Joseph Caldwell's Primary Practice
2310 California Rd
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 264-0791
What is Dr. Caldwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caldwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114127313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caldwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caldwell
What is Dr. Joseph Caldwell's specialty?
Dr. Caldwell is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Elkhart, IN.
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. Joseph Caldwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caldwell is affiliated with Elkhart General Hospital, Goshen Hospital, Bronson Methodist 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 Joseph Caldwell accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Caldwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Caldwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (574) 264-0791 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Caldwell?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (574) 264-0791 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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