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Who is Dr. Dones Vazquez, Neurosurgeon in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Jose Dones Vazquez, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Harlingen, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dones Vazquez completed his residency at University Hospital. Dr. Dones Vazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dones Vazquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dones Vazquez’s office at (956) 425-6090.
Where did Dr. Dones Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Dones Vazquez speak?
Dr. Dones Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Dones Vazquez typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dones Vazquez 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. Dones Vazquez. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Dones Vazquez typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dones Vazquez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dones Vazquez. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Does Dr. Dones Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Dones Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 425-6090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dones Vazquez accept in Harlingen, TX?
Dr. Dones Vazquez in Harlingen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
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Where is Dr. Dones Vazquez's office located?
Dr. Jose Dones Vazquez's Primary Practice
597 W Sesame Dr Ste E
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 425-6090
What is Dr. Dones Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dones Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316008071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dones Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dones Vazquez
What is Dr. Jose Dones Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Dones Vazquez is a Neurosurgeon near Harlingen, TX.
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. Jose Dones Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dones Vazquez is affiliated with Dhr Health, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Valley Regional Medical Center, Starr County Memorial Hospital, Dhr Health, University Hospital-San Antonio 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
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Is Jose Dones Vazquez accepting new patients in Harlingen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jose Dones Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Dones Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dones Vazquez's office at (956) 425-6090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Dones Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Dones Vazquez's office at (956) 425-6090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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