With a neurosurgeon, anesthesiologist, and orthopedic care team, with total costs potentially exceeding standard hospital billing rates without insurance coverage.
Spine Surgery Success and Long-Term Support
Fortunately, the story has a positive ending: he was able to walk a day after surgery was completed, using a lock collar.
A piece of durable medical equipment (DME) often used in post-operative care — which he would wear for another three months.
During this time, the man also began addiction rehabilitation, an essential part of treating both physical and emotional damage.
Such rehab programs often include behavioral therapy, chronic illness monitoring, and access to health insurance-covered outpatient services.
Doctors were satisfied with his progress and spine alignment during follow-up evaluations, indicating that the spinal reconstruction had stabilized.
Ongoing care would likely involve physical therapy, wellness monitoring, and relapse prevention strategies to maintain recovery.
