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Who is Dr. Vanpelt, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Christopher Vanpelt, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vanpelt graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Vanpelt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanpelt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanpelt’s office at (864) 234-7654.
Where did Dr. Vanpelt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vanpelt speak?
Dr. Vanpelt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vanpelt typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vanpelt 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. Vanpelt. 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:
- 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vanpelt typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vanpelt 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. Vanpelt. 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
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
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)
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Vanpelt accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanpelt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 234-7654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanpelt accept in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Vanpelt in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vanpelt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Vanpelt's Primary Practice
35 International Dr
Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 234-7654
What is Dr. Vanpelt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanpelt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801833470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanpelt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanpelt
What is Dr. Christopher Vanpelt's specialty?
Dr. Vanpelt is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Greenville, 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. Christopher Vanpelt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanpelt is affiliated with Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Self Regional Healthcare, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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 Christopher Vanpelt accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vanpelt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vanpelt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanpelt's office at (864) 234-7654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vanpelt?
Please contact Dr. Vanpelt's office at (864) 234-7654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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