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Dr. Charles Wood, MD

Neurosurgeon

Minot, ND

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wood, Neurosurgeon in Minot, ND?

    Dr. Charles Wood, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Minot, ND with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (701) 857-5877.

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

      What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

      • English
      • Spanish

      What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Wood typically treat?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:

      • Neck Pain
      • Neck Injuries and Disorder
      • Cervical Pain
      • Sore Neck
      • Neck Ache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M542: Cervicalgia

      Also known as:

      • Low Back Pain
      • Back Pain
      • Lumbago
      • Lower Back Ache
      • Backache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Lower Back Disc Displacement
      • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
      • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
      • Lumbar Disc Protrusion
      • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
      • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
      • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
      • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

      Also known as:

      • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
      • Worn Lumbar Discs
      • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

      What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Wood typically perform?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:

      • 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

      Also known as:

      • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
      • Interbody Device Implantation
      • Spinal Fusion with Cage
      • Synthetic Disc Space Device

      CPT Codes:

      • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Spine Allograft Placement
      • Spinal Bone Graft
      • Osteopromotive Material Spine
      • Donor Bone Graft Spine
      • Spine Fusion Material

      CPT Codes:

      • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

      Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 857-5877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Minot, ND?

      Dr. Wood in Minot, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

      • CareSource

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Molina Healthcare

      • Oscar Health

      • Sanford Health

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

      Dr. Charles Wood's Primary Practice

      20 Burdick Expy W

      Minot, ND 58701

      (701) 857-5877

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      Dr. Charles Wood's Practice 2

      2305 37th Ave SW

      Minot, ND 58701

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

      Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528064144.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

      What is Dr. Charles Wood's specialty?

      Dr. Wood is a Neurosurgeon near Minot, ND.

      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 Dr. Charles Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital, Trinity Hospital - Minot, Nd 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 Dr. Charles Wood accepting new patients in Minot, ND?

      Yes, Dr. Charles Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Charles Wood offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (701) 857-5877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Wood?

      Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (701) 857-5877 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

      Dr. Wood's office is located in Minot, ND.