37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schlesinger, Specialist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Scott Schlesinger, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Schlesinger graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Neurological Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery. Dr. Schlesinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlesinger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlesinger’s office.
Where did Dr. Schlesinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Neurological Surgery; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery | Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Neurological Surgery Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, General Surgery | Methodist Health System Dallas Program
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Schlesinger board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Schlesinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schlesinger speak?
Dr. Schlesinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Schlesinger typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Schlesinger 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. Schlesinger. 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 Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Schlesinger typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Schlesinger 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. Schlesinger. 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
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- 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)
- 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:
- 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)
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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
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
Does Dr. Schlesinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlesinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlesinger accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Schlesinger in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Ascension Health
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Schlesinger's office located?
What is Dr. Schlesinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlesinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114940996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlesinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlesinger
What is Dr. Scott Schlesinger's specialty?
Dr. Schlesinger is a Specialist near Little Rock, AR.
Is this Dr. Scott Schlesinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schlesinger is affiliated with St. Bernards 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
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Is Scott Schlesinger accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Scott Schlesinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Schlesinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlesinger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Schlesinger?
Please contact Dr. Schlesinger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Schlesinger have?
Dr. Scott Schlesinger is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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