24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alford, Neurosurgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Brent Alford, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Alford graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Alford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alford’s office at (817) 878-5333.
Where did Dr. Alford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurological Surgery | University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Alford board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brent Alford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Alford speak?
Dr. Alford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alford typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alford 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. Alford. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Bulging Disc in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5021: Other cervical disc displacement, high cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alford typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alford 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. Alford. 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:
- Spinal Cord Imaging (Myelogram)
- Lumbar Myelography
- Spinal Dye Test
- Multiple Region Myelogram
CPT Codes:
- 62305: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; 2 or more regions (eg, lumbar/thoracic, cervical/thoracic, lumbar/cervical, lumbar/thoracic/cervical)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
- Spinal injection for imaging
- Lumbar myelography injection
- CT scan contrast injection spine
CPT Codes:
- 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar
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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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
- 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
Does Dr. Alford accept my insurance?
Dr. Alford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 878-5333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alford accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Alford in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fidelity Insurance Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alford's office located?
Dr. Brent Alford's Primary Practice
1900 Mistletoe Blvd Ste 200
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 878-5333
What is Dr. Alford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467488288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alford
What is Dr. Brent Alford's specialty?
Dr. Alford is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Worth, TX.
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. Brent Alford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alford is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Medical City Fort Worth Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Texas Health Denton, Texas Health Southlake 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 Brent Alford accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brent Alford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Alford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (817) 878-5333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Alford?
Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (817) 878-5333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Alford have?
Dr. Brent Alford is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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