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Dr. Thomas Scully, MD

Tucson, AZ

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scully, Neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Thomas Scully, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Scully graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Scully is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scully’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scully’s office at (520) 742-7890.

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

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | University of Alabama School of Medicine | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Scully board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Scully, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Scully speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Scully treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Scully 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. Scully. 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
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back 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 Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • 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:

    • Bursal Cyst (Other Site)
    • Joint Disorder
    • Fluid-filled sac in bursa
    • Bursa lump
    • Cyst on bursa

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7138: Other bursal cyst, other site

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Scully accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scully accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 742-7890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scully accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Scully in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Scully's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Scully's Primary Practice

    5860 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 100

    Tucson, AZ 85741

    (520) 742-7890

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    Dr. Thomas Scully's Practice 2

    5301 E Grant Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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

    Dr. Scully's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659366300.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scully?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Scully's specialty?

    Dr. Scully is a Neurosurgeon near Tucson, AZ. 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. Scully to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Scully affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scully is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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 Thomas Scully accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Scully is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Scully offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scully's office at (520) 742-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Scully?

    Please contact Dr. Scully's office at (520) 742-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Scully have?

    Dr. Thomas Scully is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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