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Dr. Thomas Buell, MD

Neurosurgeon

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Buell, Neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Thomas Buell, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buell’s office at (855) 855-6484.

    What languages does Dr. Buell speak?

    Dr. Buell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buell typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buell 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. Buell. 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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, 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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Buell typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Buell 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. Buell. 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 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)

    Does Dr. Buell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Buell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 855-6484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Buell accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Buell in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other TPA

    • Transamerica

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Buell's office located?

    Muh 4 East

    200 Lothrop St # 4

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

    (855) 855-6484

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    Dr. Thomas Buell's Practice 2

    223 S Pleasant Ave Ste 402

    Somerset, PA 15501

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    Dr. Thomas Buell's Practice 3

    4721 McKnight Rd Ste 224

    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

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    What is Dr. Buell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Buell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811338627.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buell

    What is Dr. Thomas Buell's specialty?

    Dr. Buell is a Neurosurgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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 Dr. Thomas Buell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Buell is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Butler Memorial Hospital, St. Clair Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Upmc Altoona 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 Dr. Thomas Buell accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Buell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Buell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Buell's office at (855) 855-6484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Buell?

    Please contact Dr. Buell's office at (855) 855-6484 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Buell's office located?

    Dr. Buell's offices are located in Pittsburgh, PA and Somerset, PA.