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36 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kissel, Neurosurgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Phillip Kissel, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Kissel graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kissel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kissel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kissel’s office at (805) 544-4455.
Where did Dr. Kissel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kissel board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Kissel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kissel speak?
Dr. Kissel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kissel typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kissel 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. Kissel. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar 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
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 Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kissel typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kissel 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. Kissel. 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:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Neck Vertebra Removal for Spinal Cord Relief (Additional Segment)
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Cervical corpectomy (additional segment)
- Spinal cord decompression (neck, anterior)
- Vertebral body resection (cervical)
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)
- 63082: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, each additional segment (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:
- Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Vertebral Body Resection
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63081: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, single segment
- 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Neck Vertebrae Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22554: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); cervical below C2
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Does Dr. Kissel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kissel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 544-4455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kissel accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Kissel in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kissel's office located?
Dr. Phillip Kissel's Primary Practice
699 California Blvd # A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-4455
What is Dr. Kissel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kissel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306877030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kissel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kissel
What is Dr. Phillip Kissel's specialty?
Dr. Kissel is a Neurosurgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA.
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. Phillip Kissel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kissel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Adventist Health Twin Cities, Providence Redwood Memorial Hospital, Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Phillip Kissel accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Kissel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Kissel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kissel's office at (805) 544-4455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Kissel?
Please contact Dr. Kissel's office at (805) 544-4455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Kissel have?
Dr. Phillip Kissel is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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