29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pierre, Neurosurgeon in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. Andy Pierre, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Salisbury, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Pierre completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pierre is fluent in English, French, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pierre’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pierre’s office.
Where did Dr. Pierre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | University Hospital SUNY Health Science Center
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny
Is Dr. Pierre board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andy Pierre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pierre speak?
Dr. Pierre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Polish
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pierre typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pierre 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. Pierre. 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
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pierre typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pierre 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. Pierre. 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
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
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
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Pierre accept my insurance?
Dr. Pierre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pierre accept in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. Pierre in Salisbury, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alterwood Health Management
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pierre's office located?
What is Dr. Pierre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pierre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972576981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pierre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pierre
What is Dr. Andy Pierre's specialty?
Dr. Pierre is a Neurosurgeon near Salisbury, MD.
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. Andy Pierre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pierre is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare 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 Andy Pierre accepting new patients in Salisbury, MD?
Yes, Dr. Andy Pierre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andy Pierre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pierre's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andy Pierre?
Please contact Dr. Pierre's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andy Pierre have?
Dr. Andy Pierre is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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