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32 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellison, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Murrells Inlet, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellison completed his residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Ellison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellison’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellison’s office at (843) 652-8160.
Where did Dr. Ellison go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology
Is Dr. Ellison board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ellison speak?
Dr. Ellison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Ellison typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ellison 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. Ellison. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Ellison typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ellison 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. Ellison. 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:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 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:
- Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
- Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
- Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
- Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
- Spine Bone Graft Material Collection
CPT Codes:
- 20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (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. Ellison accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 652-8160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellison accept in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Dr. Ellison in Murrells Inlet, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Ellison's office located?
Dr. Thomas Ellison's Primary Practice
4040 Highway 17 Unit 301
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 652-8160
What is Dr. Ellison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780630574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellison
What is Dr. Thomas Ellison's specialty?
Dr. Ellison is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Murrells Inlet, SC.
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. Thomas Ellison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellison is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Thomas Ellison accepting new patients in Murrells Inlet, SC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ellison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ellison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellison's office at (843) 652-8160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ellison?
Please contact Dr. Ellison's office at (843) 652-8160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ellison have?
Dr. Thomas Ellison is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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