
Beck Deal McAllister, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Laminectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Posterior Cervical Diskectomy
- Spine Fracture Surgery
- Neck Pain
- Sciatica
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Vascular Malformations
- Ligament Injuries
- Bone Fracture
- Pathologic Fractures
- Vascular Anomalies
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Cord Compression (Myelopathy)
- Spondylosis
- Osteomyelitis
- Stress Fracture
- Sprains and Strains
- Bone Cancer
- Ruptured Disks
- Spinal Cord Trauma
- Spinal Deformity Related to Parkinson's Disease
- Foot Drop
- Bone Tumor
- Lytic Bone Lesions
- Herniated Disk
Ratings and Reviews
4.6199 Ratings 74 Comments |
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Listened to me | 4.6 |
Cared about me | 4.5 |
Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.7 |
Included me in decisions about my care | 4.7 |
Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.4 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 27, 2023 Dr. McAllister has provided me with excellent care pre-operative and post-operative. He answers any questions that I have had and is thorough.
- November 17, 2023 Dr. Mcallister is top notch! He takes the time to explain everything that's going on and answers any questions I have.
- November 15, 2023 Very friendly and explained everything so I could easily understand my condition and course of treatment.
- November 14, 2023 Very professional, explained thoroughly my condition and possible surgery if I choose to have it.
- November 12, 2023 He is matter of fact and to the point. He could use a higher dose of charm to make one feel less stressed. I left his office feeling like I was missing something. Not sure why.
- November 10, 2023 I was very scared about the surgery I was going to receive, and I prayed about which doctor to go to. Once I met Dr. McAllister, he answered all of my questions and my husbands questions and eased my nerves about the surgery and the healing process. The main reason I would recommend Dr. McAllister is because he is very honest and to the point he tells you the truth and I respect that.
- November 5, 2023 Dr. McAllister was friendly and thorough. I feel confident he will help me resolve my medical problem.
- November 3, 2023 Dr. McAllister is amazing! He's caring and he listens. He takes time to explain everything while still having a very demanding schedule. He is upfront and honest. He makes me feel confident and comfortable in his approach to my Healthcare.
- November 2, 2023 If someone needed a surgeon he would I think be a good Dr for that but he really does not listen to your concerns and needs. It seemed to be about his own programs on unnecessary physical therapy without first getting a MRI after I told him I already talked to my insurance about it. They may have issues with prolonged physical therapy. Also maybe say yeah another Dr may be in order if no surgery is needed and he cannot provide help for arthritis. He is nice but not whet I apparently need at the moment . Upset never even received a call in regards about an MRI and only physical therapy.
- November 1, 2023 Dr. McAllister takes the time to listen and allow you to ask questions. He shows care and wants the best outcome for his patients. I really appreciate the time he takes to make sure you understand the process and explain what you do not understand.
- October 27, 2023 Dr. McAllister is a caring doctor who listened to my needs and told me what and how my treatment needs to be. I really appreciate his straight forward response to my questions and concerns. I came to him for a second opinion and decided then and there I wanted him to do my surgery.
- October 17, 2023 He was upbeat but realistic general condition of my Spinal problem.
- October 17, 2023 Saw the assistant and she was very nice and seemed concerned for my health
- October 17, 2023 He is a great spine surgeon. Took very good care of me. Involved me in all conversations and cared what I had to say. I could not have a better doctor. Excellent care!
- October 13, 2023 I was referred to Dr. McAllister by two of my colleagues who work in the medical field after receiving an MRI which showed that I needed orthopaedic follow-up. Dr. McAllister and Renee, NP have provided me with the best care. They have answered all my questions and their bedside manner has been superb. After surgery, both of them have continued to follow my progress and my pain and quality of daily living are 100% better. I can't thank them enough for their expertise!
- September 30, 2023 This is my fifth neck surgery and my wife wanted me to go to an Neuro Surgeon but in talking with Dr. McAllister he was very confident and had lots of experience with my type of surgery. I was very happy with the outcome!
- September 29, 2023 Dr McAllister is a very friendly person, and he knows his stuff. He talked to me so I could understand all my options. He made me feel like he really cared about me and my issues. He answered all my questions and listened to
- September 22, 2023 Excellent. Listened and discussed any concerns or questions I had
- September 20, 2023 He is wonderful and caring as a surgeon and a person,
- September 16, 2023 The doctor explained what he decided and why. He seemed to take my issues into account when he chose his decision! That was important to me.
- September 2, 2023 Best Dr ever
- August 31, 2023 Dr. McAllister recognized I had a problem that needed to be fixed quickly. He respected my time and supported me in my decisions. He came highly recommended to me by a colleague and I would recommend him to my friends and family. He is confident in his surgical abilities and that gave me peace of mind.
- August 30, 2023 Dr. McAllister took the time to answer my questions for this follow-up visit and I feel he did a tremendous job with my surgery. I feel much, much better as a result.
- August 28, 2023 Excellent surgeon, Baptist limits time for interaction with patients, could use more “bedside manners”.
- August 28, 2023 Dr. Beck McAllister show caring and concern about my condition. He was honest in the direction that we are going. I appreciate the time he took to answer my question and goals that I have for myself and future.
- August 22, 2023 Dr. McAllister was informative, pleasant, great personality and seemed concern for my condition.
- August 15, 2023 Very friendly and Professional with a great deal of knowledge.
- August 15, 2023 always gives me easy to understand information regarding my visit
- August 5, 2023 Dr McAllister answered my questions without hesitation. He was forthcoming with the information. He was friendly and I felt at ease with him. I he was a doctor I could trust and felt confident that he would do the right thing for me.
- August 1, 2023 He was terrible and rude. Did not listen to me and seemed to not to care. Very rude. I will never be back to see him. I even emailed him and zero response. Waste of my money.
- July 19, 2023 Very attentive and concerned about me
- July 15, 2023 Honest , detailed with alternative options.
- July 13, 2023 Dr McAllister took time with me to answer every question and I had several. I felt like he was really interested in all my concerns. I would strongly recommend him to my friends.
- July 11, 2023 Very good care. Listens to what my concerns are. Took time to talk to me and was knowledgeable. Think he one of the best doctors I've ever dealt with.
- July 4, 2023 Dr. McAllister is an engaging, thorough, strait-shooter. Very knowledgeable and helpful!
- July 2, 2023 Dr McAllister was friendly. He took time to explain my MRI results in easy to understand language, explained what was going on with my back and answered all of my questions. He was not rushed and made me feel like he was totally focused on me as a patient. I was very impressed.
- June 19, 2023 Personable, helpful, answered all my questions
- June 8, 2023 I was very impressed with Dr. McAllister’s surgery on my neck and this concern for my recovery.
- June 3, 2023 Me and my husband both agree Dr. McAllister did an outstanding job not only with the surgery but informing us on everything that would happen before surgery and what to expect after.
- June 2, 2023 I really have nothing good to say about the entire experience.
- May 27, 2023 Dr. McAllister was very knowledgeable, explained why I was having the intense pain and very quickly organized a complicated surgery to help me. My husband and I are so very thankful.
- May 22, 2023 Dr McAllister is one of the best doctors I’ve ever been to. Very professional and knowledgeable about his profession. I’m glad to call him my doctor!
- May 20, 2023 He really explained to me why surgery was not an option concerning my back.
- April 27, 2023 Dr. McAllister obviously had studied the results of my MRI and was very good in explaining what my issues were and possible solutions.
- April 22, 2023 Dr. Mccalister is a super doc. He explains and does further tests if need be. Thanks for being there.
- April 18, 2023 I like the way he explained everything and was able to answer my questions.
- April 11, 2023 He seemed caring and concerned about my problems. He was very clear when answering my questions. He took the time to listen to me!
- April 11, 2023 Always feel that I am in very good hands with Dr. McAllister.
- April 11, 2023 The doctor was very helpful with my care and explained everything fully. He and the PA were great! And referred me to the Pain Clinic for further care.
- April 7, 2023 Dr. McAllister, came highly recommended to me. in this thing with him on my consultation, I feel very comfortable, but he is the surgeon for me. I am looking so forward to everything being arranged so I can get some relief from this pain.
- March 28, 2023 He took time to explain everything we discussed. He listened to what I had to say and was very understanding and kind.
- March 23, 2023 Dr. McAllister is very understanding and explained what needed to be done in detail.
- March 23, 2023 He was informative and very pleasant. He answered all our questions.
- March 17, 2023 i was very impressed with the provider. He seemed to know what he was talking about. he was very knowledgeable in what he was talking about. if i need surgery he is the onne i would like to do it.
- February 28, 2023 Dr. McAllister did a great job for my first appointment. He was very thorough and listened to what I had to say. He gave clear explanations for my situation and a clear path to recovery. Hoping that the follow up visit will be just as helpful.
- February 27, 2023 Dr. McAllister was very helpful and provided me with care options that I could understand. He asked great questions that allowed me to provide him with a background of my back issues. His recommendations gave me confidence in my future care.
- February 26, 2023 Very professional while keeping things simple.
- February 23, 2023 Was very impressed with how concerned he was about me, and I would highly recommend him to all my friends
- February 11, 2023 Knows more than I could ever learn. Very professional.
- February 5, 2023 Great Doctor!
- February 4, 2023 Dr. McAllister and his team are giving me my life back after having spinal fusion. I'm so incredibly grateful for having the surgery. Dr. McAllister and his team are the best.
- January 31, 2023 Listen to my concerns and address them appropriately, and I appreciate it. Felt very reassured when I left.
- January 30, 2023 Dr. McAllister changed my life! He is incredibly caring and gives me whatever time I need during every visit with him. I cannot thank him enough for making it possible to walk again with no pain.
- January 28, 2023 Dr. McAllister clearly communicated to me what he believes is causing my chronic pain. I like how he framed it, "If you were a member of my family, this is what I would recommend."
- January 12, 2023 He is a great doctor and believe me I’ve done a lot of asking around. Oh I even ask my GP about him and she told me that he had done her back surgery and that if she had to have it again or have anything to do with back surgery he would be the one to do it, so that just told me everything I needed to know .
- January 9, 2023 Always on time, always listens and always explains everything in a manner in which I can easily understand.
- December 26, 2022 A very good doctor .
- December 22, 2022 Dr. McAllister is an extremely competent doctor. My surgery went smoothly and the following day the pain in my legs were gone. The healing process went well and I am now able to walk which I could not do before the surgery! His team diagnosed the problem correctly and I felt safe undergoing surgery with him. He is very confident and I would highly recommend Dr. McAllister, I had back surgery.
- December 21, 2022 You have one of the best...He genuinely cares about his patients.
- December 21, 2022 Very concerned about my health
- December 20, 2022 Dr. McAllister is a very professional, caring and skilled surgeon. He always talked with my husband and me on each visit and answered all of our questions. He explained surgical procedure before it was done and what to expect afterward. He gave me back quality of life and the ability to walk and move about painfree. Dr. McAllister, I appreciate your skill and compassion for your patients and their care. Thank you so much for everything you have done for me!
- December 20, 2022 Caring, very nice, listen to patient,anyone would love this Dr.
- December 17, 2022 Dr. McAllister did my back surgery he did a great job. Highly recommend him.
- November 30, 2022 Very informative about my condition and very patient giving me options about my treatment.
Locations
Spine Center - Clemmons
at Medical Plaza - Clemmons
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm; Sat: 8 am - 12 pm
Credentials
Education
- MD, Medical College of Georgia, 2006
Internship
- General Surgery, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 2007
Residency
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, 2011
Fellowship
- Orthopedic/Neurosurgical Spine, University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine, 2012
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Is posterior fusion necessary with laminectomy in the cervical spine?. McAllister BD, Rebholz BJ, Wang JC. . 2012; 3(Suppl 3):S225-31.