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Who is Dr. Fuchs, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Paul Fuchs, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Fuchs graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Fuchs is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuchs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuchs’s office at (239) 334-7000.
Where did Dr. Fuchs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Fuchs board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fuchs, DO is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fuchs speak?
Dr. Fuchs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Fuchs treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fuchs 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. Fuchs. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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 Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Mid to Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Thoracolumbar Spine
- Worn Mid-Lower Back Discs
- Thoracolumbar Disc Wear and Tear
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5135: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, thoracolumbar region
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Scoliosis of the Lower Back
- Scoliosis
- Lumbar Scoliosis
- Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Idiopathic Lumbar Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4126: Other idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Vertebral Compression Fracture
- Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
- Brittle Bone Fracture
- Fragility Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
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:
- 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
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
Which procedures does Dr. Fuchs perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Fuchs may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fuchs' office.
Does Dr. Fuchs accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuchs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 334-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuchs accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Fuchs in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
CCMSI
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fuchs' office located?
Dr. Paul Fuchs' Primary Practice
14601 Hope Center Loop
Fort Myers, FL 33912
(239) 334-7000
What is Dr. Fuchs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuchs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992708127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuchs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuchs
What is Dr. Paul Fuchs's specialty?
Dr. Fuchs is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Fort Myers, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Fuchs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Fuchs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fuchs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Paul Fuchs accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fuchs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Fuchs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs's office at (239) 334-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Fuchs?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs's office at (239) 334-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Fuchs have?
Dr. Paul Fuchs is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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