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Dr. Stephen Hanks, MD
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hanks, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Stephen Hanks, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hanks graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery. Dr. Hanks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanks’s office at (520) 382-8200.
Where did Dr. Hanks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery | Case Western Reserve University (MetroHealth) Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hanks board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Hanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hanks speak?
Dr. Hanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hanks treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hanks 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. Hanks. 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 with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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 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:
- 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
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Which procedures does Dr. Hanks perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Hanks may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hanks' office.
Does Dr. Hanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 382-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hanks accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Hanks in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hanks' office located?
Dr. Stephen Hanks' Primary Practice
6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 200
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 382-8200
Dr. Stephen Hanks' Practice 3
12315 N Vistoso Park Rd
Oro Valley, AZ 85755
(520) 544-9700
What is Dr. Hanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689675274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hanks
What is Dr. Stephen Hanks's specialty?
Dr. Hanks is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Hanks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Hanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hanks is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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 Stephen Hanks accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Hanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Hanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (520) 382-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Hanks?
Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (520) 382-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Hanks have?
Dr. Stephen Hanks is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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