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Dr. John Stevenson, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stevenson, Neurosurgeon in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. John Stevenson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Stevenson graduated from University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Stevenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stevenson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stevenson’s office at (352) 336-6000.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery | Duke University | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine | University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Stevenson board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Stevenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Stevenson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Stevenson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Stevenson 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. Stevenson. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    What procedures does Dr. Stevenson perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Stevenson 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. Stevenson. 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
    • Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
    • Pain Stimulator Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Stevenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stevenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 336-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stevenson accept in Gainesville, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CareCentrix

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Stevenson's office located?

    Dr. John Stevenson's Primary Practice

    4500 Newberry Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32607

    (352) 336-6000

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

    Dr. Stevenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780680504.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stevenson?

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

    What is Dr. John Stevenson's specialty?

    Dr. Stevenson is a Neurosurgeon near Gainesville, FL. 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. Stevenson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Stevenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stevenson is affiliated with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, HCA Florida Citrus 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

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    Is John Stevenson accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. John Stevenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Stevenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stevenson's office at (352) 336-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Stevenson?

    Please contact Dr. Stevenson's office at (352) 336-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Stevenson have?

    Dr. John Stevenson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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