Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skidmore, Neurosurgeon in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Grant Skidmore, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Skidmore graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, General Surgery. Dr. Skidmore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skidmore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skidmore’s office at (757) 625-4455.
Where did Dr. Skidmore go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, General Surgery | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Skidmore board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Grant Skidmore, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Skidmore speak?
Dr. Skidmore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Skidmore typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Skidmore 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. Skidmore. 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:
- 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 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Skidmore typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Skidmore 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. Skidmore. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
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)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
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)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Myelogram
- Spinal cord imaging
- Lumbosacral myelography
- Spinal dye injection X-ray
- Myelogram of lower back
CPT Codes:
- 62304: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; lumbosacral
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)
Does Dr. Skidmore accept my insurance?
Dr. Skidmore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 625-4455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skidmore accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Skidmore in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Skidmore's office located?
Dr. Grant Skidmore's Primary Practice
300 Medical Pkwy Ste 200
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 625-4455
What is Dr. Skidmore's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skidmore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972502466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skidmore?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skidmore
What is Dr. Grant Skidmore's specialty?
Dr. Skidmore is a Neurosurgeon near Chesapeake, VA.
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 this Dr. Grant Skidmore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skidmore is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General 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 Grant Skidmore accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Grant Skidmore is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grant Skidmore offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skidmore's office at (757) 625-4455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grant Skidmore?
Please contact Dr. Skidmore's office at (757) 625-4455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Grant Skidmore have?
Dr. Grant Skidmore is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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