31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bassett, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Timothy Bassett, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Bassett graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Orthopedic Surgery; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Bassett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassett’s office at (205) 750-0447.
Where did Dr. Bassett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Orthopedic Surgery; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Bassett board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Bassett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bassett speak?
Dr. Bassett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Bassett typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Bassett 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. Bassett. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- 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
- 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:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Bassett typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Bassett 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. Bassett. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Spinal Fusion Exploration
- Spine Disc Spacer Insertion
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
- Spine fusion check
- Investigate spinal fusion
- Spinal fusion revision assessment
- Intervertebral Device Insertion
- Spinal Cage Placement
- Vertebral Body Defect Repair
- Synthetic Disc Spacer
CPT Codes:
- 63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single interspace; lumbar
- 22830: Exploration of spinal fusion
- 22859: Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh, methylmethacrylate) to intervertebral disc space or vertebral body defect without interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Bassett accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 750-0447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bassett accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Bassett in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Bassett's office located?
Dr. Timothy Bassett's Primary Practice
1781 Commons North Loop
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 750-0447
What is Dr. Bassett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013991892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassett
What is Dr. Timothy Bassett's specialty?
Dr. Bassett is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Tuscaloosa, AL.
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. Timothy Bassett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bassett is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, North Mississippi Medical Center-West Point 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 Timothy Bassett accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Bassett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Bassett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (205) 750-0447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Bassett?
Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (205) 750-0447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Bassett have?
Dr. Timothy Bassett is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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