36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drerup, Neurosurgeon in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Michael Drerup, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Drerup graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Drerup is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drerup’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drerup’s office at (318) 443-4576.
Where did Dr. Drerup go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery | University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Drerup board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Drerup, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Drerup speak?
Dr. Drerup and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Drerup treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Drerup 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. Drerup. 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar 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
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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 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:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
- L3 Compression Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Compressed L1 fracture
- First lumbar compression fracture
- Broken L1 bone
- Broken L3 Vertebra
- Lumbar Compression Fracture
- Fractured Lower Back Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32030A: Wedge compression fracture of third lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
- Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Does Dr. Drerup accept my insurance?
Dr. Drerup accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 443-4576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drerup accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Drerup in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Drerup's office located?
Dr. Michael Drerup's Primary Practice
3704 North Blvd Ste C
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-4576
What is Dr. Drerup's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drerup's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437157286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drerup?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drerup
What is Dr. Michael Drerup's specialty?
Dr. Drerup is a Neurosurgeon near Alexandria, LA. 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. Drerup to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Drerup affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drerup is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical 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 Michael Drerup accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Drerup is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Drerup offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drerup's office at (318) 443-4576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Drerup?
Please contact Dr. Drerup's office at (318) 443-4576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Drerup have?
Dr. Michael Drerup is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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