Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lemma, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Glen Burnie, MD?
Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lemma completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Lemma is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemma’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemma’s office at (410) 554-2175.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lemma?
Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lemma empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Glen Burnie/MD community, Dr. Lemma is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lemma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine / Orthopaedic Surgery
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Lemma board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mesfin Lemma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2006
What languages does Dr. Lemma speak?
Dr. Lemma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
What conditions does Dr. Lemma treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lemma 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. Lemma. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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 Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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 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
What procedures does Dr. Lemma perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lemma 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. Lemma. 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:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 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)
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Spine Disc Spacer Insertion
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Instrumentation (Front Approach)
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Intervertebral Device Insertion
- Spinal Cage Placement
- Vertebral Body Defect Repair
- Synthetic Disc Spacer
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
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
- 22859: Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh, methylmethacrylate) to intervertebral disc space or vertebral body defect without interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22846: Anterior instrumentation; 4 to 7 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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 (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:
- 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
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 Laminectomy for Spinal Lesion
- Lumbar Spinal Lesion Excision
- Extradural Spinal Lesion Removal
- Laminectomy for Non-Cancerous Spinal Growth
CPT Codes:
- 63267: Laminectomy for excision or evacuation of intraspinal lesion other than neoplasm, extradural; lumbar
Does Dr. Lemma accept my insurance?
Dr. Lemma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2175 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lemma accept in Glen Burnie, MD?
Dr. Lemma in Glen Burnie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lemma's office located?
Dr. Mesfin Lemma's Primary Practice
1406 Crain Hwy S Ste 106
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 554-2175
Recognitions
Awards
Named to U.S. New and World Report Top Doctors in the U.S., 2010 - pre
Named to Top Doctors in the U.S. Castle Connolly, 2010 - present
Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Magna Cum Laude Academic Honors
What is Dr. Lemma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lemma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366410193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemma
What is Dr. Mesfin Lemma's specialty?
Dr. Lemma is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Glen Burnie, MD. 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. Lemma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mesfin Lemma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lemma is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial 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 Mesfin Lemma accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?
Yes, Dr. Mesfin Lemma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mesfin Lemma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 554-2175 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mesfin Lemma?
Please contact Dr. Lemma's office at (410) 554-2175 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mesfin Lemma have?
Dr. Mesfin Lemma is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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