Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forage, Neurosurgeon in Henderson, NV?
Dr. James Forage, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Henderson, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Forage graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Forage is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Forage’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Forage’s office at (702) 896-0940.
Where did Dr. Forage go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Neurological Surgery
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University of Health and Sciences
Is Dr. Forage board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Forage, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Forage speak?
Dr. Forage and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Forage treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Forage 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. Forage. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified
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:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
What procedures does Dr. Forage perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Forage 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. Forage. 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:
- 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:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
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 Pain Stimulator Device Revision or Removal
- Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Removal
- Spinal neurostimulator removal
- Spinal cord stimulator revision
- Implanted pain device removal
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Paddle Removal
- Neurostimulator Electrode Excision
- Laminotomy for SCS Electrode Removal
CPT Codes:
- 63688: Revision or removal of implanted spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array
- 63662: Removal of spinal neurostimulator electrode plate/paddle(s) placed via laminotomy or laminectomy, including fluoroscopy, when performed
Also known as:
- Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Revision or Replacement
- Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Removal
- Spinal Stimulator Lead Revision
- Replace Spinal Neurostimulator Paddle
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Electrode Exchange
- Spinal Stimulator Electrode Removal
- Percutaneous Neurostimulator Array Removal
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 63664: Revision including replacement, when performed, of spinal neurostimulator electrode plate/paddle(s) placed via laminotomy or laminectomy, including fluoroscopy, when performed
- 63661: Removal of spinal neurostimulator electrode percutaneous array(s), including fluoroscopy, when performed
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional 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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (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. Forage accept my insurance?
Dr. Forage accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 896-0940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forage accept in Henderson, NV?
Dr. Forage in Henderson, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Forage's office located?
Dr. James Forage's Primary Practice
861 Coronado Center Dr Ste 200
Henderson, NV 89052
(702) 896-0940
What is Dr. Forage's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forage's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699732917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forage?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forage
What is Dr. James Forage's specialty?
Dr. Forage is a Neurosurgeon near Henderson, NV. 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. Forage to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Forage affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Forage is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - San Martin Campus, Kingman Regional Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 James Forage accepting new patients in Henderson, NV?
Yes, Dr. James Forage is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Forage offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Forage's office at (702) 896-0940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Forage?
Please contact Dr. Forage's office at (702) 896-0940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Forage have?
Dr. James Forage is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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