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Dr. Jamal Taha, MD

Neurosurgeon

Kettering, OH

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taha, Neurosurgeon in Kettering, OH?

    Dr. Jamal Taha, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Kettering, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Taha graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Taha is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taha’s office at (937) 299-8242.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Neurological Surgery | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    Is Dr. Taha board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jamal Taha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Taha speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Taha 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. Taha. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Taha 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. Taha. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
    • Spine fusion surgery lower back
    • Lumbar arthrodesis

    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
    • 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;

    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 Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (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

    Does Dr. Taha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (937) 299-8242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taha accept in Kettering, OH?

    Dr. Taha in Kettering, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taha's office located?

    Dr. Jamal Taha's Primary Practice

    3533 Southern Blvd Ste 3000

    Kettering, OH 45429

    (937) 299-8242

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    Dr. Jamal Taha's Practice 2

    998 S Dorset Rd Ste 206

    Troy, OH 45373

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    Dr. Jamal Taha's Practice 3

    770 W High St Ste 160

    Lima, OH 45801

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

    Dr. Taha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801861018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taha?

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

    What is Dr. Jamal Taha's specialty?

    Dr. Taha is a Neurosurgeon near Kettering, OH.

    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. Jamal Taha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taha is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital, Lima Memorial Health System, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital 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 Dr. Jamal Taha accepting new patients in Kettering, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Jamal Taha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jamal Taha offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taha's office at (937) 299-8242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jamal Taha?

    Please contact Dr. Taha's office at (937) 299-8242 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taha's office located?

    Dr. Taha's offices are located in Kettering, OH, Troy, OH, and Lima, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jamal Taha have?

    Dr. Jamal Taha is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.