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Who is Dr. Hershman, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Stuart Hershman, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Hershman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hershman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hershman’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hershman speak?
Dr. Hershman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hershman typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hershman 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. Hershman. 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 here.
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
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Spine Deformities
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Backbone Deformity
- Spinal Curvature Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M438X9: Other specified deforming dorsopathies, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spine Fusion
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Fusion
- Lower Spine Arthrodesis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4327: Fusion of spine, lumbosacral region
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hershman typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Stuart Hershman may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Hershman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hershman accept my insurance?
Dr. Hershman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hershman accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Hershman in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hershman's office located?
What is Dr. Hershman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hershman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326202151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hershman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hershman
What is Dr. Stuart Hershman's specialty?
Dr. Hershman is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stuart Hershman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hershman is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Emerson Health, Concord Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stuart Hershman accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Hershman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Hershman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hershman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Hershman?
Please contact Dr. Hershman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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6000 N Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308