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Dr. Paul Jeffords, MD

Dr. Paul Jeffords, MD

Atlanta, GA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jeffords, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Paul Jeffords, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jeffords graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Jeffords is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jeffords’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jeffords’s office at (404) 847-9999.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jeffords?

    Dr. Paul Jeffords, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jeffords empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Disc Replacement, Spinal Disorders, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Jeffords is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Jeffords board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Jeffords, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jeffords speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Jeffords treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Jeffords 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. Jeffords. 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 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • 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:

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

    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:

    • 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
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    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 Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    Does Dr. Jeffords accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jeffords accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 847-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jeffords accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Jeffords in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jeffords' office located?

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 900

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 847-9999

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

    Dr. Jeffords's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033106570.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jeffords?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Jeffords's specialty?

    Dr. Jeffords is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. 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. Jeffords to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Jeffords affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffords is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is Paul Jeffords accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Jeffords is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Jeffords offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jeffords's office at (404) 847-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Jeffords?

    Please contact Dr. Jeffords's office at (404) 847-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Jeffords have?

    Dr. Paul Jeffords is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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