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Dr. Joseph Koen, MD

Neurosurgeon

Norfolk, VA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Koen, Neurosurgeon in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Joseph Koen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Koen graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Koen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koen’s office at (757) 625-4455.

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

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

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Koen board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Koen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Koen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Koen 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. Koen. 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:

    • 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:

    • Spinal Instability in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Instability
    • Unstable Lower Back Joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M532X6: Spinal instabilities, lumbar region

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Koen 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. Koen. 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:

    • 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 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. Koen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koen 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. Koen accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Koen in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Koen's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Koen's Primary Practice

    6261 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 200

    Norfolk, VA 23502

    (757) 625-4455

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    Dr. Joseph Koen's Practice 2

    1301 Cedar Rd

    Chesapeake, VA 23322

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    Dr. Joseph Koen's Practice 3

    5204 Fairfield Shopping Ctr

    Virginia Beach, VA 23464

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

    Dr. Koen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578562062.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koen?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Koen's specialty?

    Dr. Koen is a Neurosurgeon near Norfolk, 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 Dr. Joseph Koen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Koen is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici 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 Dr. Joseph Koen accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Koen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Koen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koen's office at (757) 625-4455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Koen?

    Please contact Dr. Koen's office at (757) 625-4455 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Koen's office located?

    Dr. Koen's offices are located in Norfolk, VA, Chesapeake, VA, and Virginia Beach, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Koen have?

    Dr. Joseph Koen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.