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Dr. Jesse Babbitz, MD

Neurosurgeon

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Babbitz, Neurosurgeon in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Jesse Babbitz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Babbitz completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Neurological Surgery; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, General Surgery. Dr. Babbitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babbitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babbitz’s office at (916) 733-3401.

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

    • Residency: Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Neurological Surgery; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky

    Is Dr. Babbitz board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jesse Babbitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Babbitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Babbitz typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Babbitz 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. Babbitz. 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Babbitz typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Babbitz 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. Babbitz. 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.

    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
    • Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material
    • Autologous Spine Graft
    • Morselized Bone Graft
    • Spine Fusion Bone Graft
    • Bone Harvest for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Babbitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Babbitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-3401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Babbitz accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Babbitz in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Babbitz's office located?

    Dr. Jesse Babbitz's Primary Practice

    3939 J St Ste 250

    Sacramento, CA 95819

    (916) 733-3401

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    Dr. Jesse Babbitz's Practice 2

    2200 Sunrise Blvd Ste 250

    Gold River, CA 95670

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    Dr. Jesse Babbitz's Practice 3

    3000 Q St Fl 4

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Babbitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740266758.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babbitz?

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

    What is Dr. Jesse Babbitz's specialty?

    Dr. Babbitz is a Neurosurgeon near Sacramento, CA.

    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 Dr. Jesse Babbitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Babbitz is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Woodland Memorial Hospital, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital 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 Dr. Jesse Babbitz accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jesse Babbitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jesse Babbitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Babbitz's office at (916) 733-3401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jesse Babbitz?

    Please contact Dr. Babbitz's office at (916) 733-3401 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Babbitz's office located?

    Dr. Babbitz's offices are located in Sacramento, CA and Gold River, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jesse Babbitz have?

    Dr. Jesse Babbitz is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.