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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schechter, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Neil Schechter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schechter graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Schechter is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, French-based, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schechter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schechter’s office.
Where did Dr. Schechter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | UMDNJ
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Schechter board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Neil Schechter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schechter speak?
Dr. Schechter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins, French-based
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schechter treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schechter 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. Schechter. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- 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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Mid-Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Neck
- Worn Mid-Neck Discs
- Mid-Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50320: Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region, unspecified level
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does Dr. Schechter perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Schechter 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. Schechter. 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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
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
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Schechter accept my insurance?
Dr. Schechter 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. Schechter accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Schechter in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Innovation Health
Medicare
Sedgwick
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Where is Dr. Schechter's office located?
What is Dr. Schechter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578538237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schechter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schechter
What is Dr. Neil Schechter's specialty?
Dr. Schechter is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Plantation, FL. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Schechter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Neil Schechter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital 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 Neil Schechter accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Neil Schechter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Schechter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schechter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Schechter?
Please contact Dr. Schechter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Schechter have?
Dr. Neil Schechter is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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