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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smolar, Neurosurgeon in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. David Smolar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Smolar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smolar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smolar’s office at (954) 276-1490.
What languages does Dr. Smolar speak?
Dr. Smolar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Smolar typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smolar 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. Smolar. 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:
- 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Does Dr. Smolar accept my insurance?
Dr. Smolar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 276-1490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smolar accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Smolar in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Smolar's office located?
Dr. David Smolar's Primary Practice
1150 N 35th Ave Ste 300
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 276-1490
What is Dr. Smolar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smolar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275997801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smolar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smolar
What is Dr. David Smolar's specialty?
Dr. Smolar is a Neurosurgeon near Hollywood, FL.
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. David Smolar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smolar is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar 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 David Smolar accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. David Smolar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Smolar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smolar's office at (954) 276-1490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Smolar?
Please contact Dr. Smolar's office at (954) 276-1490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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