Dr. Stephen P. Kalhorn

Dr. Kalhorn has performed 175 spinal fusion surgeries, placing among the top 13% of surgeons nationwide for this procedure. This very high volume of experience is a meaningful indicator when choosing a spine surgeon in Charleston, SC, as medical research has consistently linked higher procedure volumes with improved patient outcomes and lower complication rates.

Dr. Kalhorn has performed 65 laminectomy procedures to relieve spinal pressure, placing among the top 16% of surgeons nationwide for this procedure. This very high volume of experience is a meaningful indicator when choosing a spine surgeon in Charleston, SC, as medical research has consistently linked higher procedure volumes with improved patient outcomes and lower complication rates.

Dr. Stephen P. Kalhorn provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 67% below the billed amount.

Dr. Stephen P. Kalhorn performs surgical procedures, including insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion and fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc and partial removal of bone of single segment of spine in lower back with release of spinal cord and/or nerves during fusion of spine in lower back. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 93% below the billed amount.

Dr. Stephen P. Kalhorn provides additional clinical services, including fusion of additional segment of spine, placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments, and other related services. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 93% below the billed amount.