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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Martin, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Michael Martin, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Martin completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Martin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martin’s office at (253) 572-2663.
Where did Dr. Martin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Martin board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Martin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Martin speak?
Dr. Martin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Martin typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Martin typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal 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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
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)
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:
- 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 Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Martin accept my insurance?
Dr. Martin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 572-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Martin accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Martin in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Martin's office located?
Dr. Michael Martin's Primary Practice
1724 West Union Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 572-2663
What is Dr. Martin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790726768.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martin
What is Dr. Michael Martin's specialty?
Dr. Martin is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Tacoma, WA.
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. Michael Martin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Tacoma General 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 Michael Martin accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Martin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Martin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (253) 572-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Martin?
Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (253) 572-2663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Martin have?
Dr. Michael Martin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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