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Dr. James Lynch, MD

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Dr. James Lynch, MD

Reno, NV

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lynch, Neurosurgeon in Reno, NV?

    Dr. James Lynch, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lynch graduated from Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic. He is a member of the Joint Section AANS / CNS Spine and Peripheral Nerve, Society of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Lynch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lynch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lynch’s office at (775) 348-8800.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Clinic

    • Medical School: University Of Dublin- Trinity Coll- Sch Of Physic- Dublin- Ireland | Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lynch board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Lynch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lynch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lynch treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lynch 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. Lynch. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    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 Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

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

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    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 Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Lynch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lynch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 348-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lynch accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Lynch in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Prominence Health Plan

    • Renown Health / Hometown Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lynch's office located?

    Dr. James Lynch's Primary Practice

    9480 Double Diamond Pkwy Ste 200

    Reno, NV 89521

    (775) 348-8800

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    Dr. James Lynch's Practice 2

    1470 Medical Pkwy Ste 220

    Carson City, NV 89703

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    Dr. James Lynch's Practice 3

    780 Vista Blvd Ste 100

    Sparks, NV 89434

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 11 reviews

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    Office Experience

    99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. James Lynch an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Lynch has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Lynch, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Joint Section AANS / CNS Spine and Peripheral Nerve

    Member

    Society of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

    Member

    American Association of Neurological Surgeons

    Fellow

    Awards

    Top 10 Spine Surgeon to Know

    Becker's Healthcare

    Top 50 Spine Surgeons and Specialists to Know

    Becker's Healthcare

    Top 100 Spine Surgeons and Specialists to Know

    Becker's Healthcare

    Annual Spine Leadership Award

    Becker's Healthcare

    Publications

    Biomechanical comparison of C1-2 posterior fixation techniques.

    Journal of Neurosurgery Spine, 2005

    C1 anatomy and dimensions relative to lateral mass screw placement.

    Spine, 2007

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

    Dr. Lynch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942291810.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lynch?

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

    What is Dr. James Lynch's specialty?

    Dr. Lynch is a Neurosurgeon near Reno, NV. 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. Lynch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Lynch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lynch is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is James Lynch accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. James Lynch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Lynch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (775) 348-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Lynch?

    Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (775) 348-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Lynch have?

    Dr. James Lynch is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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