32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kasten, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Michael Kasten, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kasten completed his residency at University of California, San Francisco, Calif.. Dr. Kasten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kasten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kasten’s office at (269) 488-8355.
Where did Dr. Kasten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Colorado, Denver, Colo.
Residency: University of California, San Francisco, Calif.
Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Mich.
Is Dr. Kasten board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kasten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kasten speak?
Dr. Kasten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Kasten typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Kasten 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. Kasten. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Kasten typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Kasten 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. Kasten. 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:
- 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
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)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
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:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (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
Does Dr. Kasten accept my insurance?
Dr. Kasten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 488-8355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kasten accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Kasten in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kasten's office located?
Dr. Michael Kasten's Primary Practice
601 John St Ste M-206A
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 488-8355
What is Dr. Kasten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kasten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700820354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kasten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kasten
What is Dr. Michael Kasten's specialty?
Dr. Kasten is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Kalamazoo, MI.
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 Kasten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kasten is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Ascension Borgess 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 Kasten accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kasten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Kasten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kasten's office at (269) 488-8355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kasten?
Please contact Dr. Kasten's office at (269) 488-8355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Kasten have?
Dr. Michael Kasten is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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