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Dr. David Musante, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Musante, Orthopedic Surgeon in Durham, NC?

    Dr. David Musante, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Musante graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Musante is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Musante’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Musante’s office at (252) 243-9629.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Duke University Hospital | University of Washington Program

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Musante speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Musante typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Musante 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. Musante. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Musante typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Musante 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. Musante. 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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    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:

    • 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 Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Musante accept my insurance?

    Dr. Musante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 243-9629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Musante accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Musante in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliance Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Musante's office located?

    Dr. David Musante's Primary Practice

    120 William Penn Plz

    Durham, NC 27704

    (252) 243-9629

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    Dr. David Musante's Practice 2

    100 Perkins Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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    Dr. David Musante's Practice 3

    1129 Weaver Dairy Rd Ste N

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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

    Dr. Musante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598740243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Musante?

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

    What is Dr. David Musante's specialty?

    Dr. Musante is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Durham, NC.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. David Musante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Musante is affiliated with North Carolina Specialty 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 David Musante accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. David Musante is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Musante offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Musante's office at (252) 243-9629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Musante?

    Please contact Dr. Musante's office at (252) 243-9629 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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