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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rhea, Neurosurgeon in Florence, SC?
Dr. Andrew Rhea, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rhea graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Rhea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhea’s office at (843) 673-0122.
Where did Dr. Rhea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery | Baylor University Med Center | Baylor Medical Center at Garland Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Rhea board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Rhea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rhea speak?
Dr. Rhea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rhea treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rhea 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. Rhea. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does Dr. Rhea perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rhea 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. Rhea. 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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
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
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Rhea accept my insurance?
Dr. Rhea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 673-0122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rhea accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Rhea in Florence, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Marine Engineers Benefits Association
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Rhea's office located?
What is Dr. Rhea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rhea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508823386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rhea
What is Dr. Andrew Rhea's specialty?
Dr. Rhea is a Neurosurgeon near Florence, SC. 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. Rhea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Rhea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rhea is affiliated with McLeod Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Andrew Rhea accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Rhea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Rhea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rhea's office at (843) 673-0122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Rhea?
Please contact Dr. Rhea's office at (843) 673-0122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Rhea have?
Dr. Andrew Rhea is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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