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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Edionwe, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Joel Edionwe, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Edionwe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edionwe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edionwe’s office at (210) 495-9047.
What languages does Dr. Edionwe speak?
Dr. Edionwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Edionwe typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Edionwe 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. Edionwe. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Edionwe typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Edionwe 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. Edionwe. 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:
- 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
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
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)
Does Dr. Edionwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Edionwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 495-9047 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Edionwe accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Edionwe in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Edionwe's office located?
Dr. Joel Edionwe's Primary Practice
18626 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 300
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-9047
What is Dr. Edionwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edionwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558897058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edionwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edionwe
What is Dr. Joel Edionwe's specialty?
Dr. Edionwe is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
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. Joel Edionwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Edionwe is affiliated with South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Joel Edionwe accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joel Edionwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Edionwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edionwe's office at (210) 495-9047 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Edionwe?
Please contact Dr. Edionwe's office at (210) 495-9047 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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