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Dr. Scott Standard, MD

Dr. Scott Standard, MD

Nashville, TN

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Standard, Neurosurgeon in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Scott Standard, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Standard graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Standard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Standard’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Standard’s office at (615) 327-9543.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Standard?

    Dr. Scott Standard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Standard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Standard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Standard board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Standard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Standard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Standard treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Standard 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. Standard. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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 Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instability in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Instability
    • Unstable Lower Back Joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M532X6: Spinal instabilities, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Does Dr. Standard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Standard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 327-9543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Standard accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Standard in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Standard's office located?

    Dr. Scott Standard's Primary Practice

    2011 Murphy Ave Ste 301

    Nashville, TN 37203

    (615) 327-9543

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    Dr. Scott Standard's Practice 2

    2001 Woodmont Blvd

    Nashville, TN 37215

    (629) 888-5125

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    Dr. Scott Standard's Practice 3

    4230 Harding Pike Ste 810

    Nashville, TN 37205

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

    Dr. Standard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326018946.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Standard?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Standard's specialty?

    Dr. Standard is a Neurosurgeon near Nashville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Standard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Standard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Standard is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Scott Standard accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Standard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Standard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Standard's office at (615) 327-9543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Standard?

    Please contact Dr. Standard's office at (615) 327-9543 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Standard have?

    Dr. Scott Standard is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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