Summary

Dr. Matthew Burton — Lake Charles Neurosurgeon Specializing in Comprehensive Spinal Care

Dr. Matthew Burton, a Lake Charles native, is an experienced neurosurgeon specializing in comprehensive spinal care for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He earned a degree in biological science from McNeese State University and his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Dr. Burton completed neurosurgery residency at the University of Missouri and is trained in robotic-assisted neurosurgery and the latest minimally invasive spine techniques, offering advanced, patient-centered care for both surgical and non-surgical spine conditions.

His approach focuses on individualized pain management and non-surgical recovery whenever possible, including personalized referrals to leading physical therapy and rehabilitation programs. Dr. Burton also provides interventional pain management services—such as spinal injections and nerve blocks—to reduce pain and improve function for patients who may benefit from targeted procedures.

Services and specialties:

  • Comprehensive cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine care
  • Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted neurosurgery
  • Non-surgical pain management and customized therapy referrals
  • Interventional procedures: spinal injections, nerve blocks
  • Surgical evaluation and operative spine care
  • Worker’s compensation case management and coordination with adjusters/attorneys

Hurt at work? Dr. Burton accepts worker’s compensation cases and typically schedules appointments within 1–2 business days. He will coordinate with your adjustors and attorneys to ensure you receive appropriate care and fair treatment throughout your recovery. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation for brain or spine concerns.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Ryan Burton

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Companion Life
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Federal Employees Program
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew Ryan Burton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew Ryan Burton has the following area of expertise

  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Neurology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2028, Active

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Burton?
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Is Dr. Matthew Burton accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Matthew Burton speak?
Dr. Matthew Burton speaks English.
Where is Dr. Matthew Burton's office located?
Dr. Matthew Burton's office is located at 4150 Nelson Rd Ste C10, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.
Does Dr. Matthew Burton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Matthew Burton accepts on their Vitals profile.

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