18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Howes, Neurosurgeon in Stanleytown, VA?
Dr. Gregory Howes, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Stanleytown, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Howes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Howes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Howes’s office at (540) 224-5170.
Where did Dr. Howes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Howes speak?
Dr. Howes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Howes typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Howes 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. Howes. 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:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Howes typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Howes 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. Howes. 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:
- 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)
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
Does Dr. Howes accept my insurance?
Dr. Howes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 224-5170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Howes accept in Stanleytown, VA?
Dr. Howes in Stanleytown, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Howes' office located?
Dr. Gregory Howes' Primary Practice
935 Fairystone Park Hwy
Stanleytown, VA 24168
(540) 224-5170
What is Dr. Howes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Howes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801074661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Howes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Howes
What is Dr. Gregory Howes's specialty?
Dr. Howes is a Neurosurgeon near Stanleytown, VA.
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. Gregory Howes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Howes is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, Sovah Health - Danville, Twin County Regional Healthcare 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 Gregory Howes accepting new patients in Stanleytown, VA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Howes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Howes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Howes's office at (540) 224-5170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Howes?
Please contact Dr. Howes's office at (540) 224-5170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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