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Who is Dr. Ortiz Torres, Neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Ortiz Torres is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz Torres’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz Torres’s office at (505) 563-1031.
What languages does Dr. Ortiz Torres speak?
Dr. Ortiz Torres and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ortiz Torres treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ortiz Torres 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. Ortiz Torres. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Vascular Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Blood Vessel Disorder
- Spinal Cord Circulation Problem
- Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9519: Other vascular myelopathies
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does Dr. Ortiz Torres perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ortiz Torres 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. Ortiz Torres. 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.
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. Ortiz Torres accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortiz Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 563-1031 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz Torres accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Ortiz Torres in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ortiz Torres' office located?
Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres' Primary Practice
201 Cedar St SE Ste 5630
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 563-1031
What is Dr. Ortiz Torres's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortiz Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023561792.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz Torres?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz Torres
What is Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres's specialty?
Dr. Ortiz Torres is a Neurosurgeon near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Ortiz Torres to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortiz Torres is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital 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
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Is Michael Ortiz Torres accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Ortiz Torres offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz Torres's office at (505) 563-1031 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Ortiz Torres?
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