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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gooch, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Hubert Gooch, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Gooch graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at University Of Virginia Hospital. Dr. Gooch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gooch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gooch’s office at (828) 213-1111.
Where did Dr. Gooch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Virginia Hospital | University of Virginia Program
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Gooch board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hubert Gooch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gooch speak?
Dr. Gooch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Gooch typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Gooch 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. Gooch. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Gooch typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Hubert Gooch may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Gooch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gooch accept my insurance?
Dr. Gooch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gooch accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Gooch in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gooch's office located?
Dr. Hubert Gooch's Primary Practice
21 Turtle Creek Dr
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 213-1111
What is Dr. Gooch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gooch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700878212.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gooch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gooch
What is Dr. Hubert Gooch's specialty?
Dr. Gooch is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Asheville, NC.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Hubert Gooch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gooch is affiliated with Adventhealth Hendersonville, Unc Health Pardee 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 Hubert Gooch accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Hubert Gooch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hubert Gooch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gooch's office at (828) 213-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hubert Gooch?
Please contact Dr. Gooch's office at (828) 213-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hubert Gooch have?
Dr. Hubert Gooch is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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