Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bassewitz, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Hugh Bassewitz, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bassewitz graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Bassewitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassewitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassewitz’s office at (702) 731-1616.
Where did Dr. Bassewitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Orthopedic Surgery | UCLA | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bassewitz board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Bassewitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bassewitz speak?
Dr. Bassewitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Bassewitz typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Bassewitz 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. Bassewitz. 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 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
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
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 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:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Bassewitz typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Bassewitz 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. Bassewitz. 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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
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
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
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)
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
Does Dr. Bassewitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassewitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 731-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bassewitz accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Bassewitz in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Bassewitz's office located?
Dr. Hugh Bassewitz's Primary Practice
2800 E Desert Inn Rd Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(702) 731-1616
What is Dr. Bassewitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassewitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083692586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassewitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassewitz
What is Dr. Hugh Bassewitz's specialty?
Dr. Bassewitz is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV.
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. Hugh Bassewitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bassewitz is affiliated with Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Kingman Regional Medical Center 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 Hugh Bassewitz accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Bassewitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh Bassewitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassewitz's office at (702) 731-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh Bassewitz?
Please contact Dr. Bassewitz's office at (702) 731-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hugh Bassewitz have?
Dr. Hugh Bassewitz is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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