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Dr. Craig Montgomery, MD

Dr. Craig Montgomery, MD

Syracuse, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Montgomery, Neurosurgeon in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Craig Montgomery, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Montgomery graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Onondaga Medical Society. Dr. Montgomery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Montgomery’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Montgomery’s office at (315) 744-1592.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | University Hospital SUNY Health Science Center | SUNY Upstate Medical University Affiliated Hospitals | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Montgomery board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Montgomery, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery , American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2002, American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2013

    What languages does Dr. Montgomery speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Montgomery treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Montgomery 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. Montgomery. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • 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
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Myelopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Neck affecting Spinal Cord
    • Cervical Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5010: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, unspecified cervical region
    • M5001: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, high cervical region
    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
    • M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Disc Disorder at C4-C5 with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Disc Disorder at C5-C6 with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Upper Neck Disc Disorder with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Compression in Neck
    • Neck Disc Disease with Myelopathy
    • C4-C5 Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Compression at C4-C5
    • C4-C5 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
    • C5-C6 Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Compression at C5-C6
    • C5-C6 Disc Disease with Myelopathy
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Disc Disease with Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5000: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, unspecified cervical region
    • M50021: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with myelopathy
    • M50022: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy
    • M5011: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, high cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone 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
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
    • Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
    • M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    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

    Does Dr. Montgomery accept my insurance?

    Dr. Montgomery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 744-1592 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Montgomery accept in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Montgomery in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Montgomery's office located?

    Dr. Craig Montgomery's Primary Practice

    739 Irving Ave Ste 600

    Syracuse, NY 13210

    (315) 744-1592

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    Dr. Craig Montgomery's Practice 2

    5100 W Taft Rd Ste 2T

    Liverpool, NY 13088

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    Dr. Craig Montgomery's Practice 3

    104 Union Ave Ste 908

    Syracuse, NY 13203

    (315) 422-1742

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Association of Neurological Surgeons

    Member

    Onondaga Medical Society

    Member

    Awards

    Patient's Choice Award 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011

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

    Dr. Montgomery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578564662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Montgomery?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Montgomery's specialty?

    Dr. Montgomery is a Neurosurgeon near Syracuse, NY. 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. Montgomery to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Montgomery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Montgomery is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Crouse Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Craig Montgomery accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Montgomery is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Montgomery offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Montgomery's office at (315) 744-1592 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Montgomery?

    Please contact Dr. Montgomery's office at (315) 744-1592 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Montgomery have?

    Dr. Craig Montgomery is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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