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Dr. Neil Tayyab, MD

San Diego, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tayyab, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Neil Tayyab, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tayyab is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tayyab’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tayyab’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Tayyab speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tayyab treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Tayyab 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. Tayyab. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
    • Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
    • M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
    • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    What procedures does Dr. Tayyab perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Tayyab 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. Tayyab. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • 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
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Spinal Fusion Exploration
    • Spinal Instrumentation (Front Approach)
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Neck Disc Replacement
    • Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
    • Cervical Total Disc Replacement
    • Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
    • Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Spine fusion check
    • Investigate spinal fusion
    • Spinal fusion revision assessment
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
    • 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
    • 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
    • 22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
    • 22846: Anterior instrumentation; 4 to 7 vertebral segments (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:

    • Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
    • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
    • Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
    • Extra Level Spine Fusion
    • Spinal Segment Fusion
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion
    • SI Joint Fusion (MIS)
    • Percutaneous Sacroiliac Arthrodesis
    • Image-Guided SI Joint Fusion
    • Sacroiliac Joint Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 27279: Arthrodesis, Sacroiliac Joint, Percutaneous Or Minimally Invasive (Indirect Visualization), With Image Guidance, Includes Obtaining Bone Graft When Performed, And Placement Of Transfixation Device

    Also known as:

    • Application of Cranial Tongs or Frame
    • Skull Tongs Placement
    • Stereotactic Frame Application
    • Head Immobilization Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 20660: Application of cranial tongs, caliper, or stereotactic frame, including removal (separate 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)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
    • Vertebral Fixation
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation
    • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (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

    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)

    Does Dr. Tayyab accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tayyab 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. Tayyab accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Tayyab in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hackensack Meridian Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

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    Where is Dr. Tayyab's office located?

    Dr. Neil Tayyab's Primary Practice

    9333 Genesee Ave Ste 350

    San Diego, CA 92121

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    Dr. Neil Tayyab's Practice 2

    740 Nordahl Rd Ste 131

    San Marcos, CA 92069

    (760) 432-9000

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    Dr. Neil Tayyab's Practice 3

    8851 Center Dr Ste 601

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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

    Dr. Tayyab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831149970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tayyab?

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

    What is Dr. Neil Tayyab's specialty?

    Dr. Tayyab is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Tayyab to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neil Tayyab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tayyab is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green 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 Neil Tayyab accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Neil Tayyab is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neil Tayyab offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tayyab's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neil Tayyab?

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