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Dr. Charles Wright, MD

Amarillo, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wright, Neurosurgeon in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Charles Wright, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wright completed his residency at University of California San Diego. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (806) 398-3627.

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

    • Residency: University of California San Diego

    • Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago

    Is Dr. Wright board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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 Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Spondylolisthesis
    • Neck Spondylolisthesis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
    • Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
    • Slipped Vertebra
    • Spinal Slip
    • Vertebral Displacement
    • Slipped Neck Vertebra
    • Cervical Spine Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
    • M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
    • M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
    • M4312: Spondylolisthesis, 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    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:

    • Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Compressed L1 fracture
    • First lumbar compression fracture
    • Broken L1 bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

    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:

    • Spine Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Back
    • Vertebral Fracture
    • Thoracic Spine Fracture
    • Compression Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S22080A: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 398-3627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Wright in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BH Management Services

    • Centene

    • Community Care Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Charles Wright's Primary Practice

    3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 104

    Amarillo, TX 79119

    (806) 398-3627

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427012921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is a Neurosurgeon near Amarillo, TX. 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. Wright to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wright is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Northwest Texas Healthcare System, Bsa 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

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    Is Charles Wright accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (806) 398-3627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (806) 398-3627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Wright have?

    Dr. Charles Wright is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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