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Dr. James Davidson, DO

Dr. James Davidson, DO

Clearwater, FL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Davidson, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. James Davidson, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Davidson graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Davidson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Davidson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Davidson’s office at (727) 461-6026.

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

    • Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    What languages does Dr. Davidson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, 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:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

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

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Davidson 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. Davidson. 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)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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
    • 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)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    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

    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. Davidson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Davidson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 461-6026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Davidson accept in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Davidson in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Davidson's office located?

    Dr. James Davidson's Primary Practice

    430 Morton Plant St Ste 301

    Clearwater, FL 33756

    (727) 461-6026

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    Dr. James Davidson's Practice 2

    1011 Jeffords St Bldg D

    Belleair, FL 33756

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    Dr. James Davidson's Practice 3

    2044 Trinity Oaks Blvd Ste 110

    Trinity, FL 34655

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    What hospitals are Dr. Davidson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Davidson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mease Countryside Hospital,Clearwater, FL
    Mease Dunedin Hospital,Dunedin, FL

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

    Dr. Davidson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770543704.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Davidson?

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

    What is Dr. James Davidson's specialty?

    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. James Davidson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Davidson is affiliated with Morton Plant 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

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

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    Is Dr. James Davidson accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

    Yes, Dr. James Davidson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Davidson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Davidson's office at (727) 461-6026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Davidson?

    Please contact Dr. Davidson's office at (727) 461-6026 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Davidson's office located?

    Dr. Davidson's offices are located in Clearwater, FL, Belleair, FL, and Trinity, FL.