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Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD

Mount Vernon, IL

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    Who is Dr. Kovalsky, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Mount Vernon, IL?

    Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Kovalsky graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kovalsky is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovalsky’s office at (618) 242-3778.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Med College Of Pa and Hospital | University of Pennsylvania Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Kovalsky board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kovalsky speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Kovalsky treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Kovalsky 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. Kovalsky. 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Sacral and Tailbone 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
    • Sacrococcygeal Spondylosis
    • Tailbone Arthritis
    • Degenerative Sacral Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47818: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone 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
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • 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:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
    • Shoulder Joint Inflammation
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
    • M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    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 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Kovalsky perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Don Kovalsky may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kovalsky's office.

    Does Dr. Kovalsky accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Kovalsky's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Kovalsky's office located?

    Dr. Don Kovalsky's Primary Practice

    4121 Veterans Memorial Dr

    Mount Vernon, IL 62864

    (618) 242-3778

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    Carbondale, IL 62901

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    5383 State Route 154

    Pinckneyville, IL 62274

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

    Dr. Kovalsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700853272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovalsky?

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

    What is Dr. Don Kovalsky's specialty?

    Dr. Kovalsky is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Mount Vernon, IL. 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. Kovalsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Don Kovalsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kovalsky is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is Don Kovalsky accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Don Kovalsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Don Kovalsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kovalsky's office at (618) 242-3778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Don Kovalsky?

    Please contact Dr. Kovalsky's office at (618) 242-3778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Don Kovalsky have?

    Dr. Don Kovalsky is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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