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Who is Dr. Nkrumah, Neurosurgeon in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Louis Nkrumah is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Far Rockaway, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nkrumah is fluent in English and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nkrumah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nkrumah’s office at (631) 525-1420.
What languages does Dr. Nkrumah speak?
Dr. Nkrumah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Twi
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Nkrumah typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nkrumah 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. Nkrumah. 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 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Nkrumah accept my insurance?
Dr. Nkrumah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 525-1420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nkrumah accept in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Nkrumah in Far Rockaway, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nkrumah's office located?
Dr. Louis Nkrumah's Primary Practice
327 Beach 19th St
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(631) 525-1420
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Louis Nkrumah?
Dr. Nkrumah has appointments available at his Far Rockaway, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Nkrumah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nkrumah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598923773.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nkrumah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nkrumah
What is Dr. Louis Nkrumah's specialty?
Dr. Nkrumah is a Neurosurgeon near Far Rockaway, NY.
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. Louis Nkrumah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nkrumah is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, South Shore University 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Louis Nkrumah accepting new patients in Far Rockaway, NY?
Yes, Dr. Louis Nkrumah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Nkrumah offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nkrumah, or call (631) 525-1420 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Nkrumah?
Please contact Dr. Nkrumah's office at (631) 525-1420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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