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Dr. Rachid Assina, MD

Neurosurgeon

Newark, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Assina, Neurosurgeon in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Rachid Assina, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Assina is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assina’s office at (973) 972-2323.

    What languages does Dr. Assina speak?

    Dr. Assina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Assina typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Assina 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. Assina. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Fusion of Neck Spine
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Fused Neck Vertebrae
    • Cervical Spine Fusion
    • Neck Ankylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Brain Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain growth
    • Brain adenoma
    • Non-malignant brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D330: Benign neoplasm of brain, supratentorial

    Does Dr. Assina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Assina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Assina accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Assina in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Assina's office located?

    Dr. Rachid Assina's Primary Practice

    166 Lyons Ave

    Newark, NJ 07112

    (973) 972-2323

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    Dr. Rachid Assina's Practice 2

    1057 Commerce Ave

    Union, NJ 07083

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    Dr. Rachid Assina's Practice 3

    90 Bergen St Ste 8100

    Newark, NJ 07103

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Rachid Assina an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Assina has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Assina, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Assina's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Assina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770744872.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assina?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assina

    What is Dr. Rachid Assina's specialty?

    Dr. Assina is a Neurosurgeon near Newark, NJ.

    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 Dr. Rachid Assina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Assina is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Hunterdon Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical 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 Dr. Rachid Assina accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Rachid Assina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachid Assina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Assina's office at (973) 972-2323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachid Assina?

    Please contact Dr. Assina's office at (973) 972-2323 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Assina's office located?

    Dr. Assina's offices are located in Newark, NJ and Union, NJ.