45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ritland, Neurosurgeon in Flagstaff, AZ?
Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Flagstaff, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ritland graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ritland is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritland’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritland’s office.
Where did Dr. Ritland go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ritland board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ritland speak?
Dr. Ritland and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ritland treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ritland 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. Ritland. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Neck affecting Spinal Cord
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5001: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, high cervical region
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
- Nonunion After Fusion
- Failed Spinal Fusion
- Pseudarthrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder at C5-C6 with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- C5-C6 Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression at C5-C6
- C5-C6 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50022: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy
Does Dr. Ritland accept my insurance?
Dr. Ritland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ritland accept in Flagstaff, AZ?
Dr. Ritland in Flagstaff, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
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Where is Dr. Ritland's office located?
What is Dr. Ritland's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ritland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346270832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritland?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ritland
What is Dr. Stephen Ritland's specialty?
Dr. Ritland is a Neurosurgeon near Flagstaff, AZ. 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. Ritland to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Ritland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ritland is affiliated with Verde Valley Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Stephen Ritland accepting new patients in Flagstaff, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ritland is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Ritland offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ritland's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Ritland?
Please contact Dr. Ritland's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Ritland have?
Dr. Stephen Ritland is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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