22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schlifka, Neurosurgeon in Wellington, FL?
Dr. Brett Schlifka, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Wellington, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Schlifka graduated from Kansas City University Of Med and Biosciences and completed his residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Association, and Society of Military Surgeons. Dr. Schlifka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlifka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlifka’s office at (561) 433-4444.
Where did Dr. Schlifka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University Of Med and Biosciences
Is Dr. Schlifka board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brett Schlifka, DO is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2007
What languages does Dr. Schlifka speak?
Dr. Schlifka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schlifka treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schlifka 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. Schlifka. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Mid-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
- Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
- Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Thoracic 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
- M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic 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:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
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
What procedures does Dr. Schlifka perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schlifka 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. Schlifka. 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:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Spinal Cage Insertion After Vertebra Removal
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Intervertebral Device Implantation
- Spinal Corpectomy Reconstruction
- Vertebral Body Replacement with Fusion
- Spine Cage and Fusion Surgery
- 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)
- 22854: Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to vertebral corpectomy(ies) (vertebral body resection, partial or complete) defect, in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- 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 Fusion Exploration
- Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
- Spine fusion check
- Investigate spinal fusion
- Spinal fusion revision assessment
- Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
- Vertebral Bone Resection
- Spine Realignment Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
- 22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (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)
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:
- 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:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Schlifka accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlifka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 433-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlifka accept in Wellington, FL?
Dr. Schlifka in Wellington, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schlifka's office located?
Dr. Brett Schlifka's Primary Practice
3319 S State Road 7 Ste 313
Wellington, FL 33449
(561) 433-4444
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Osteopathic Association
DO Member
American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
Member
American Osteopathic Association
Member
Society of Military Surgeons
Member
What is Dr. Schlifka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlifka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790728913.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlifka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlifka
What is Dr. Brett Schlifka's specialty?
Dr. Schlifka is a Neurosurgeon near Wellington, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Schlifka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Schlifka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schlifka is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, HCA Florida JFK Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Monument Health Spearfish 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 Brett Schlifka accepting new patients in Wellington, FL?
Yes, Dr. Brett Schlifka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Schlifka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlifka's office at (561) 433-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Schlifka?
Please contact Dr. Schlifka's office at (561) 433-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Schlifka have?
Dr. Brett Schlifka is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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