NT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Troffkin, Neurosurgeon in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Neil Troffkin, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Troffkin completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery. Dr. Troffkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Troffkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Troffkin’s office at (270) 688-1770.
Where did Dr. Troffkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery
Is Dr. Troffkin board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Neil Troffkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Troffkin speak?
Dr. Troffkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Troffkin typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Troffkin diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Troffkin. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Troffkin typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Troffkin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Troffkin. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Does Dr. Troffkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Troffkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 688-1770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Troffkin accept in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Troffkin in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Premier
SIHO Holding
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Troffkin's office located?
Dr. Neil Troffkin's Primary Practice
2200 E Parrish Ave Bldg D Ste 100
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 688-1770
What is Dr. Troffkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Troffkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083672703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Troffkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Troffkin
What is Dr. Neil Troffkin's specialty?
Dr. Troffkin is a Neurosurgeon near Owensboro, KY.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Neil Troffkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Troffkin is affiliated with Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Neil Troffkin accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. Neil Troffkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Troffkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Troffkin's office at (270) 688-1770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Troffkin?
Please contact Dr. Troffkin's office at (270) 688-1770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Troffkin have?
Dr. Neil Troffkin is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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