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Dr. Douglas Pahl, MD

Columbus, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pahl, Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Douglas Pahl, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Pahl graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pahl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pahl’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pahl’s office.

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

    • Residency: D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College

    Is Dr. Pahl board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Pahl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pahl speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pahl treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Pahl 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. Pahl. 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
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • 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
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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 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 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 and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • Failed Bone Fusion After Surgery
    • Nonunion After Fusion
    • Failed Spinal Fusion
    • Pseudarthrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M960: Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Compression
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Compressed Spinal Cord
    • Myelopathy from Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9520: Unspecified cord compression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Which procedures does Dr. Pahl perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Douglas Pahl may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pahl's office.

    Does Dr. Pahl accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pahl 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. Pahl accept in Columbus, GA?

    Dr. Pahl in Columbus, GA 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 Alabama

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pahl's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Pahl's Primary Practice

    6262 Veterans Pkwy Unit B

    Columbus, GA 31909

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    Dr. Douglas Pahl's Practice 2

    2548 Weems Rd

    Columbus, GA 31909

    (404) 265-4000

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    Dr. Douglas Pahl's Practice 3

    710 Center St

    Columbus, GA 31901

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

    Dr. Pahl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841257136.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pahl?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Pahl's specialty?

    Dr. Pahl is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Columbus, GA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Pahl to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Pahl is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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

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    Is Douglas Pahl accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Douglas Pahl offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Pahl?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Pahl have?

    Dr. Douglas Pahl is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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