Who is Dr. Banco, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Newton, MA?
Dr. Robert Banco, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newton, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Banco completed his residency at Univ Of Ma Med Ctr, General Surgery.
Dr. Banco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banco’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banco’s office at (617) 219-6300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Banco?
Dr. Robert Banco, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Banco empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Newton/MA community, Dr. Banco is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Banco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ma Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
What languages does Dr. Banco speak?
Dr. Banco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Banco treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Banco 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. Banco. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
Neck Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
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:
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Spinal Cord Disease
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Lower Back Disc Degeneration
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
Worn Lumbar Discs
Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
Flatback Syndrome
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Lumbosacral flatback
Loss of lower back curve
Straight lower back
ICD-10 Codes:
M4037: Flatback syndrome, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
Other Orthopedic Aftercare
General orthopedic recovery
Musculoskeletal post-op care
Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
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
What procedures does Dr. Banco perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Banco 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. Banco. 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.
22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
22634: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spine Allograft Placement
Spinal Bone Graft
Osteopromotive Material Spine
Donor Bone Graft Spine
Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
Pelvic Fixation for Spinal Instrumentation
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
Vertebral Bone Resection
Spine Realignment Surgery
Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy
Spinal-pelvic fusion
Pelvic bone attachment (spine)
Spine instrumentation to pelvis
Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Lower Back Fusion
Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar
22848: Pelvic fixation (attachment of caudal end of instrumentation to pelvic bony structures) other than sacrum (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Spine Autograft
Local Bone Harvest for Spine
Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Instrumentation Placement
Spine Stabilization Hardware
Posterior Spinal Fixation
Harrington Rod Placement
Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
Vertebral Fixation
Pedicle Screw Fixation
Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
Spine Stabilization Surgery
Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Bone Cut (Additional Segment)
Vertebral Osteotomy
Spine Reshaping Surgery
Posterior Spinal Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
22216: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Also known as:
Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
Laminectomy with Fusion
Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Banco accept my insurance?
Dr. Banco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 219-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banco accept in Newton, MA?
Dr. Banco in Newton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Attentiveness
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Patients give Dr. Robert Banco an Excellent
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What is Dr. Banco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265434948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banco
What is Dr. Robert Banco's specialty?
Dr. Banco is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Newton, MA.
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Banco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Banco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banco is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. 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.
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Is Robert Banco accepting new patients in Newton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Banco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Banco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banco's office at (617) 219-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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