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Dr. Benjamin Hendricks, MD

San Luis Obispo, CA

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    Who is Dr. Hendricks, Neurosurgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin Hendricks, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hendricks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hendricks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hendricks’s office at (805) 316-3733.

    What languages does Dr. Hendricks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hendricks treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hendricks 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. Hendricks. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back 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 Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar 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

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Does Dr. Hendricks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hendricks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 316-3733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hendricks accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Hendricks in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Coastal

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hendricks' office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Hendricks' Primary Practice

    35 Casa St Ste 320

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

    (805) 316-3733

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    Dr. Benjamin Hendricks' Practice 2

    1064 Murray Ave

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

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    Dr. Benjamin Hendricks' Practice 3

    1154 E Grand Ave

    Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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

    Dr. Hendricks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295180461.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hendricks?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Hendricks's specialty?

    Dr. Hendricks is a Neurosurgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Hendricks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Hendricks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hendricks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Benjamin Hendricks accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Hendricks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Hendricks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hendricks's office at (805) 316-3733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Hendricks?

    Please contact Dr. Hendricks's office at (805) 316-3733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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