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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Hafez, Neurosurgeon in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lufkin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Al-Hafez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Hafez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Hafez’s office at (346) 571-7500.
What languages does Dr. Al-Hafez speak?
Dr. Al-Hafez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Al-Hafez treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Al-Hafez 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. Al-Hafez. 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
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
- Broken second lumbar vertebra (wedge compression)
- L3 Compression Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Compressed L1 fracture
- First lumbar compression fracture
- Broken L1 bone
- Lumbar compression fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral fracture
- Spinal column fracture
- Broken L3 Vertebra
- Lumbar Compression Fracture
- Fractured Lower Back Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32020A: Wedge compression fracture of second lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32030A: Wedge compression fracture of third lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spine Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Back
- Vertebral Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Compression Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22080A: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Does Dr. Al-Hafez accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Hafez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (346) 571-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Hafez accept in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Al-Hafez in Lufkin, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Al-Hafez's office located?
Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez's Primary Practice
1105 W Frank Ave Ste 260
Lufkin, TX 75904
(346) 571-7500
What is Dr. Al-Hafez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Hafez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750596904.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Hafez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Hafez
What is Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez's specialty?
Dr. Al-Hafez is a Neurosurgeon near Lufkin, TX. 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. Al-Hafez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Hafez is affiliated with Nacogdoches Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Baraa Al-Hafez accepting new patients in Lufkin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Baraa Al-Hafez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Hafez's office at (346) 571-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Baraa Al-Hafez?
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