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Dr. Thomas Forget, MD

Neurosurgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Forget, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Thomas Forget, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Forget is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forget’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forget’s office at (314) 251-6364.

    Is Dr. Forget board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Forget, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Forget speak?

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

    • English
    • Japanese

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Forget 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. Forget. 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
    • 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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Forget 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. Forget. 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
    • Spinal Allograft
    • Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
    • Donor Bone for Spine Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
    • 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (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:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

    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. Forget accept my insurance?

    Dr. Forget accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Forget accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Forget in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Forget's office located?

    3005b Mercy Clinic Orthopedic Surgery T

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3005B

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 251-6364

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    Dr. Thomas Forget's Practice 2

    851 E 5th St Ste 208

    Washington, MO 63090

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    Dr. Thomas Forget's Practice 3

    15425 Manchester Rd Ste 28

    Ballwin, MO 63011

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

    Dr. Forget's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417903022.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forget?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Forget's specialty?

    Dr. Forget is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Forget affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Forget is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital Washington, Mercy Hospital Lincoln, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo 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 Forget accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Forget offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Forget's office at (314) 251-6364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Forget's office at (314) 251-6364 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Forget's office located?

    Dr. Forget's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO, Washington, MO, and Ballwin, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Forget have?

    Dr. Thomas Forget is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.