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Who is Dr. Metcalf, Neurosurgeon in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. James Metcalf, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Metcalf completed his residency at Nat'l Naval Med Center. Dr. Metcalf is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metcalf’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metcalf’s office at (229) 312-0700.
Where did Dr. Metcalf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nat'l Naval Med Center
Is Dr. Metcalf board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Metcalf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Metcalf speak?
Dr. Metcalf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Metcalf typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Metcalf typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf. 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 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:
- 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
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Metcalf accept my insurance?
Dr. Metcalf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 312-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metcalf accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Metcalf in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Metcalf's office located?
What is Dr. Metcalf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metcalf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184696965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metcalf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metcalf
What is Dr. James Metcalf's specialty?
Dr. Metcalf is a Neurosurgeon near Ithaca, NY.
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. James Metcalf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Metcalf is affiliated with Cayuga 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 James Metcalf accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Metcalf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Metcalf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metcalf's office at (229) 312-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Metcalf?
Please contact Dr. Metcalf's office at (229) 312-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Metcalf have?
Dr. James Metcalf is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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