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Dr. Morris Seymour, MD

Dr. Morris Seymour, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Huntsville, AL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Seymour, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Morris Seymour, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Seymour graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Alabama Hospital Program. Dr. Seymour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seymour’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seymour’s office at (256) 539-2728.

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

    • Residency: University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Seymour board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Morris Seymour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Seymour speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Seymour typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Seymour 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. Seymour. 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:

    • 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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Seymour typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Seymour 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. Seymour. 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
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
    • 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)
    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Autologous Spine Graft
    • Morselized Bone Graft
    • Spine Fusion Bone Graft
    • Bone Harvest for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar

    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)

    Does Dr. Seymour accept my insurance?

    Dr. Seymour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-2728 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Seymour accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Seymour in Huntsville, AL 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Seymour's office located?

    Dr. Morris Seymour's Primary Practice

    927 Franklin St SE

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 539-2728

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    Dr. Morris Seymour's Practice 2

    8415 Wann Dr NW

    Madison, AL 35758

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

    Dr. Seymour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366411027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seymour?

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

    What is Dr. Morris Seymour's specialty?

    Dr. Seymour is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Huntsville, AL.

    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 Dr. Morris Seymour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Seymour is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Crestwood Medical Center, Piedmont Cartersville 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Morris Seymour accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Morris Seymour is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Morris Seymour offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Seymour's office at (256) 539-2728 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Morris Seymour?

    Please contact Dr. Seymour's office at (256) 539-2728 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Seymour's office located?

    Dr. Seymour's offices are located in Huntsville, AL and Madison, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Morris Seymour have?

    Dr. Morris Seymour is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.