EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Wesley Griffitt, MD

Dr. Wesley Griffitt, MD

Neurosurgeon

Melbourne, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Griffitt, Neurosurgeon in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Wesley Griffitt, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Griffitt graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Griffitt is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffitt’s office at (321) 434-3420.

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

    • Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks | University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Griffitt board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Wesley Griffitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Griffitt speak?

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

    • English
    • German

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Griffitt 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. Griffitt. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Griffitt 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. Griffitt. 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:

    • 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:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spinal Allograft
    • Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
    • Donor Bone for Spine Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (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

    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)

    Does Dr. Griffitt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 434-3420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Griffitt accept in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Griffitt in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Griffitt's office located?

    Dr. Wesley Griffitt's Primary Practice

    1251 Hickory St

    Melbourne, FL 32901

    (321) 434-3420

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Griffitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821002684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffitt?

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

    What is Dr. Wesley Griffitt's specialty?

    Dr. Griffitt is a Neurosurgeon near Melbourne, FL.

    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 Dr. Wesley Griffitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Griffitt is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Wesley Griffitt accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Wesley Griffitt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wesley Griffitt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffitt's office at (321) 434-3420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wesley Griffitt?

    Please contact Dr. Griffitt's office at (321) 434-3420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Griffitt's office located?

    Dr. Griffitt's office is located in Melbourne, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wesley Griffitt have?

    Dr. Wesley Griffitt is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.