Dr. Robert Vande Guchte, MD
Lincoln, NE
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vande Guchte, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Robert Vande Guchte, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Vande Guchte graduated from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Vande Guchte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vande Guchte’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vande Guchte’s office at (402) 436-2000.
Where did Dr. Vande Guchte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Vande Guchte board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Vande Guchte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vande Guchte speak?
Dr. Vande Guchte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vande Guchte typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vande Guchte 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. Vande Guchte. 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
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Vande Guchte typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Vande Guchte 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. Vande Guchte. 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
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
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
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (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:
- 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. Vande Guchte accept my insurance?
Dr. Vande Guchte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 436-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vande Guchte accept in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Vande Guchte in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vande Guchte's office located?
Dr. Robert Vande Guchte's Primary Practice
6900 A St Ste 100
Lincoln, NE 68510
(402) 436-2000
What is Dr. Vande Guchte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vande Guchte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902871692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vande Guchte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vande Guchte
What is Dr. Robert Vande Guchte's specialty?
Dr. Vande Guchte is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Lincoln, NE.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Vande Guchte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vande Guchte is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Lincoln Surgical Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne, Bryan Health Kearney 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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Is Robert Vande Guchte accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?
Yes, Dr. Robert Vande Guchte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Vande Guchte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vande Guchte's office at (402) 436-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Vande Guchte?
Please contact Dr. Vande Guchte's office at (402) 436-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Vande Guchte have?
Dr. Robert Vande Guchte is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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