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Dr. Richard Duncan, MD

Johnson City, TN

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    Who is Dr. Duncan, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Richard Duncan, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Duncan graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Duncan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duncan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duncan’s office at (423) 282-9011.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery | Baylor Medical Center at Garland Program

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Duncan board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Duncan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Duncan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Duncan treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Duncan 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. Duncan. 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 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbar Disc Degeneration
    • Discogenic Back Pain
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Duncan perform?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Duncan 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. Duncan. 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:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
    • Cervical Facet Denervation
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
    • Knee Nerve Ablation
    • Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
    • Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Duncan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duncan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 282-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Duncan accept in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Duncan in Johnson City, TN 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Duncan's office located?

    Dr. Richard Duncan's Primary Practice

    2410 Susannah St

    Johnson City, TN 37601

    (423) 282-9011

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    Dr. Richard Duncan's Practice 2

    420 Railroad St

    Elizabethton, TN 37643

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    Dr. Richard Duncan's Practice 3

    340 Steeles Rd

    Bristol, TN 37620

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

    Dr. Duncan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003871195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duncan?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Duncan's specialty?

    Dr. Duncan is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Johnson City, TN. 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. Duncan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Duncan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Duncan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Greeneville Community Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities, Holston Valley Medical Center, Middlesboro Arh 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is Richard Duncan accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Duncan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Duncan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (423) 282-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Duncan?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (423) 282-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Duncan have?

    Dr. Richard Duncan is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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