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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boyer, Neurosurgeon in Loudon, TN?
Dr. Richard Boyer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Loudon, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Boyer completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery. Dr. Boyer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boyer’s office at (865) 524-1869.
Where did Dr. Boyer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Boyer board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Boyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Boyer speak?
Dr. Boyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Boyer typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Boyer 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. Boyer. 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 Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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 Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Boyer typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Boyer 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. Boyer. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
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)
Does Dr. Boyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Boyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 524-1869 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boyer accept in Loudon, TN?
Dr. Boyer in Loudon, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Boyer's office located?
Dr. Richard Boyer's Primary Practice
101 Cherokee Pl Ste 107
Loudon, TN 37774
(865) 524-1869
What is Dr. Boyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902885098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boyer
What is Dr. Richard Boyer's specialty?
Dr. Boyer is a Neurosurgeon near Loudon, TN.
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. Richard Boyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boyer is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center 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 Richard Boyer accepting new patients in Loudon, TN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Boyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Boyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boyer's office at (865) 524-1869 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Boyer?
Please contact Dr. Boyer's office at (865) 524-1869 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Boyer have?
Dr. Richard Boyer is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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