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Dr. Douglas Savage, MD

Dr. Douglas Savage, MD

Cape Coral, FL

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    Who is Dr. Savage, Neurosurgeon in Cape Coral, FL?

    Dr. Douglas Savage, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cape Coral, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Savage graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk. Dr. Savage is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Savage’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Savage’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Florida Shands - Gainesville, FL

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk

    Is Dr. Savage board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Savage, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Savage speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Savage treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Savage 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. Savage. 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
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • 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
    • 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:

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Vertebral Compression Fracture
    • Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
    • Fragility Fracture of Spine
    • Brittle Bone Fracture
    • Fragility Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8008XD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
    • M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture

    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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Does Dr. Savage accept my insurance?

    Dr. Savage accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Savage accept in Cape Coral, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Freedom Health

    • Medicare

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Savage's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Savage's Primary Practice

    1138 Country Club Blvd

    Cape Coral, FL 33990

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    Dr. Douglas Savage's Practice 2

    12700 Creekside Ln Ste 101

    Fort Myers, FL 33919

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    Dr. Douglas Savage's Practice 3

    13681 Doctors Way

    Fort Myers, FL 33912

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

    Dr. Savage's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801859202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Savage?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Savage's specialty?

    Dr. Savage is a Neurosurgeon near Cape Coral, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Savage to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Savage affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Savage is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gulf Coast Medical Center. 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 Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Douglas Savage accepting new patients in Cape Coral, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Savage is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Savage offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Savage's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Savage?

    Please contact Dr. Savage's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Savage have?

    Dr. Douglas Savage is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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