24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wiggins, Neurosurgeon in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Gregory Wiggins, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Wiggins completed his residency at Neurosurgery - Henry Ford Hospital and Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, Mich.. Dr. Wiggins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wiggins’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wiggins’s office at (269) 341-7500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wiggins?
Dr. Gregory Wiggins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wiggins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Knee & Shoulder Pain, Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kalamazoo, MI community, Dr. Wiggins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wiggins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Spine - University of Washington, Seattle, Wash.; Peripheral Nerve Surgery Fellowship - Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, La.
Residency: Neurosurgery - Henry Ford Hospital and Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, Mich.
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Ind.
Is Dr. Wiggins board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Wiggins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wiggins speak?
Dr. Wiggins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Wiggins typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wiggins 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. Wiggins. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Wiggins typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wiggins 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. Wiggins. 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:
- 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
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:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (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
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)
Does Dr. Wiggins accept my insurance?
Dr. Wiggins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 341-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wiggins accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Wiggins in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wiggins' office located?
Dr. Gregory Wiggins' Primary Practice
601 John St Ste M-124
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 341-7500
What is Dr. Wiggins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wiggins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710961347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wiggins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wiggins
What is Dr. Gregory Wiggins's specialty?
Dr. Wiggins is a Neurosurgeon near Kalamazoo, MI.
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. Gregory Wiggins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wiggins is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital 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 Gregory Wiggins accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Wiggins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Wiggins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wiggins's office at (269) 341-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Wiggins?
Please contact Dr. Wiggins's office at (269) 341-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Wiggins have?
Dr. Gregory Wiggins is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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