Dr. Ward Worthington, MD

Lancaster, SC

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Worthington, Neurosurgeon in Lancaster, SC?

Dr. Ward Worthington, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lancaster, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Worthington graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program. Dr. Worthington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worthington’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worthington’s office at (843) 723-8823.

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

Residency: Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

Is Dr. Worthington board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

Yes, Dr. Ward Worthington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

What languages does Dr. Worthington speak?

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

English

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

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Worthington 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. Worthington. 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:

Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache

ICD-10 Codes:

M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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:

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

ICD-10 Codes:

M542: Cervicalgia

Also known as:

Neck Spondylosis
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Spondylosis
Neck Arthritis
Degenerative Neck Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

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

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Worthington 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. Worthington. 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:

Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)

CPT Codes:

22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar

Does Dr. Worthington accept my insurance?

Dr. Worthington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 723-8823 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Worthington accept in Lancaster, SC?

Dr. Worthington in Lancaster, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Worthington's office located?

Dr. Ward Worthington's Primary Practice

1025 W Meeting St Ste 101

Lancaster, SC 29720

(843) 723-8823

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Dr. Ward Worthington's Practice 2

1580 Freedom Blvd

Florence, SC 29505

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Dr. Ward Worthington's Practice 3

506 North St

Bamberg, SC 29003

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What hospitals are Dr. Worthington affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Worthington has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center,Lancaster, SC

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Musc Health University Medical Center,Charleston, SC

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital,Sumter, SC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Mcleod Regional Medical Center,Florence, SC

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Medical University Hospital Authority,Florence, SC

Musc Health Black River Medical Center,Cades, SC

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

Dr. Worthington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952372138.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worthington?

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

What is Dr. Ward Worthington's specialty?

Dr. Worthington is a Neurosurgeon near Lancaster, SC.

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. Ward Worthington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Worthington is affiliated with Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Mcleod 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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