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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. 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 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 as an 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; Flemish
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fuchs typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
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 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Fuchs typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Fuchs 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (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)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Paul Fuchs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuchs is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital 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 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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