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Who is Dr. Rodger, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Robert Rodger, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rodger graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at University of Toronto. Dr. Rodger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rodger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rodger’s office at (910) 332-3800.
Where did Dr. Rodger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Toronto
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine | Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Rodger board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rodger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rodger speak?
Dr. Rodger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rodger typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Rodger 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. Rodger. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Rodger typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Rodger 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. Rodger. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 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)
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Rodger accept my insurance?
Dr. Rodger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 332-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rodger accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Rodger in Wilmington, NC 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rodger's office located?
Dr. Robert Rodger's Primary Practice
3787 Shipyard Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 332-3800
What is Dr. Rodger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rodger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811953474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rodger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rodger
What is Dr. Robert Rodger's specialty?
Dr. Rodger is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Wilmington, NC.
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 this Dr. Robert Rodger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rodger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional 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
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Is Robert Rodger accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rodger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Rodger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rodger's office at (910) 332-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Rodger?
Please contact Dr. Rodger's office at (910) 332-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Rodger have?
Dr. Robert Rodger is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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