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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paul, Neurosurgeon in Port St Lucie, FL?
Dr. Michael Paul, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Port St Lucie, FL. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Paul graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Paul is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (772) 398-9998.
Where did Dr. Paul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Paul board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Paul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Paul speak?
Dr. Paul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Paul treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Vertebral Compression Fracture
- Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
- Brittle Bone Fracture
- Fragility Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Paul perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- Donor Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Instrumentation (Front Approach)
- Spinal Allograft
- Structural Bone Graft (Spine)
- Donor Bone for Spine Fusion
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
CPT Codes:
- 20931: Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22846: Anterior instrumentation; 4 to 7 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 398-9998 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paul accept in Port St Lucie, FL?
Dr. Paul in Port St Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Paul's office located?
Dr. Michael Paul's Primary Practice
1701 SE Hillmoor Dr
Port St Lucie, FL 34952
(772) 398-9998
What is Dr. Paul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669403200.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paul
What is Dr. Michael Paul's specialty?
Dr. Paul is a Neurosurgeon near Port St Lucie, FL. 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. Paul to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Paul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paul is affiliated with HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital 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 Michael Paul accepting new patients in Port St Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Paul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Paul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (772) 398-9998 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Paul?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (772) 398-9998 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Paul have?
Dr. Michael Paul is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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