Spine Doctor Costs and Reviews

If you suffer from a spine condition, seeing a spine doctor can help you get relief from your pain and other symptoms. A skilled spine doctor can offer effective treatment at affordable rates. Below, we'll look at when you should see a spine doctor, how much spine treatment may cost, and where you can find the best reviewed spine doctor in New York City.

Spine Treatments

Depending on the nature of the spine condition and how severe it is, a number of different spine treatments may be used. Some of the most common include: 

• Physical therapy - Physical therapy strengthens and aligns the spine and the muscles that support it. Physical therapy is often a cornerstone of treatment, no matter what other treatments are also used. 
• Medication - Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen may be prescribed to reduce inflammation.
• Epidural steroid injections - An injection of steroids directly into the affected area of the spine provides powerful reduction of inflammation in a minimally invasive manner.
• Chiropractic treatment - Chiropractic care, when used in conjunction with traditional medicine, can help align the spine and relieve inflammation.
• Stem cell therapy - Stem cells collected from the patient's own body can be injected into the spine. This provides long-lasting anti-inflammatory effects.
• Nerve stimulation - A device that transmits an electrical impulse may be placed near the spine. Used several times a day, this electrical nerve stimulation interrupts the transmission of pain signals, relieving symptoms.
• Laser spine surgery - A laser probe and a camera may be used to operate on herniated discs, bulging discs, and other common spine conditions.
• Open spine surgery - Traditional open spine surgery is a much more invasive option that uses an incision several inches long near the spine. Vertebral fusion and the removal of vertebral bone may be used. Open spine surgery requires a hospital day, and patients may take months to make a full recovery.

Only a doctor can tell you which spine treatments are best for your condition. You may be a candidate for minimally invasive procedures like laser spine surgery even if you have been told that you are not a candidate for open spine surgery.

When to See a Spine Doctor

Living with spine pain and other symptoms can decrease your quality of life. In addition, without prompt treatment the condition may worsen. You should see a spine doctor if you have severe symptoms, if your symptoms are getting progressively worse, or if you have pain that's lasted for longer than a few days. 

When you see a spine doctor for the first time, he will use examination and testing to determine the cause of your condition, then make a recommendation on the appropriate course of treatment.

Costs

The cost of treatment depends heavily on the type of treatment used. In general, surgical treatments are more expensive than non-surgical ones, and open spine surgery is more expensive than minimally invasive spine surgery. 

The good news is that insurance will cover the cost of treatment as long as the treatment is FDA approved and deemed to be medically necessary. This means that you will only pay for a portion of the treatment, as outlined in your insurance policy. Your doctor may contact your insurance on your behalf to determine coverage.

If you cannot afford your copay or deductible all at once, you may obtain financing to help manage the cost. Third-party financing companies, credit cards, and loans can all be used to manage the cost of treatment. The right course for you depends on your financial situation and goals.

Well-Reviewed Spine Doctor

Dr. Sukdeb Datta of the Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center is one of the best-reviewed spine doctors in the city. Dr. Datta's patients appreciate his comprehensive, individualized approach to care, as well as his bedside manner and effective treatments. 

Dr. Datta is an experienced spine doctor and pain specialist, with decades of experience in the field. He is at the cutting-edge of spine treatment and pain management, and works to ensure that patients are treated with methods that are in alignment with the latest findings in the field.

Dr. Datta would be happy to meet with you about your spine condition. To schedule your consultation today, please click below and enter your information or give us a call at (212) 430-0312.