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Dr. Paul Mitchell, MD

Norfolk, VA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitchell, Neurosurgeon in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Paul Mitchell, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mitchell graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office at (757) 622-5325.

    Where did Dr. Mitchell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mitchell board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Mitchell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?

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

    • Bengali

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:

    • Implantable Pain Pump Placement
    • Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
    • Epidural Drug Pump Placement
    • Programmable Pain Pump Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
    • Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
    • Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
    • Spinal Drug Delivery System

    CPT Codes:

    • 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    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)

    Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 622-5325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Mitchell in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?

    Dr. Paul Mitchell's Primary Practice

    301 Riverview Ave Ste 202A

    Norfolk, VA 23510

    (757) 622-5325

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

    Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053354118.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Mitchell's specialty?

    Dr. Mitchell is a Neurosurgeon near Norfolk, VA.

    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 this Dr. Paul Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Careplex 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 Paul Mitchell accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Mitchell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (757) 622-5325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Mitchell?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (757) 622-5325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Mitchell have?

    Dr. Paul Mitchell is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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