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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harpring, Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. John Harpring, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Harpring completed his residency at Norton Hosp -Audubon, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Harpring is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harpring’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harpring’s office at (502) 583-1697.
Where did Dr. Harpring go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Norton Hosp -Audubon, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Louisville Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Harpring board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Harpring, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Harpring speak?
Dr. Harpring and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Harpring typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Harpring 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. Harpring. 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:
- 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 Disc Displacement
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
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
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
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Harpring typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Harpring 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. Harpring. 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:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 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)
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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Harpring accept my insurance?
Dr. Harpring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 583-1697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harpring accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Harpring in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Harpring's office located?
Dr. John Harpring's Primary Practice
210 E Gray St Ste 1105
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 583-1697
What is Dr. Harpring's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harpring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306830674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harpring?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harpring
What is Dr. John Harpring's specialty?
Dr. Harpring is a Neurosurgeon near Louisville, KY.
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. John Harpring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harpring is affiliated with Norton Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Baptist Health Louisville, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, T.j. Samson Community 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 John Harpring accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. John Harpring is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Harpring offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harpring's office at (502) 583-1697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Harpring?
Please contact Dr. Harpring's office at (502) 583-1697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Harpring have?
Dr. John Harpring is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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