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Dr. John Capua, DO

Neurosurgeon

Modesto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Capua, Neurosurgeon in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. John Capua, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Capua is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capua’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capua’s office at (209) 521-6097.

    What languages does Dr. Capua speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Capua typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Capua 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. Capua. 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:

    • 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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Capua typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Capua 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. Capua. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    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)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Does Dr. Capua accept my insurance?

    Dr. Capua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 521-6097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Capua accept in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Capua in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Capua's office located?

    Dr. John Capua's Primary Practice

    1700 Coffee Rd

    Modesto, CA 95355

    (209) 521-6097

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    Dr. John Capua's Practice 2

    1011 Sylvan Ave Ste C

    Modesto, CA 95350

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    Dr. John Capua's Practice 3

    1401 Spanos Ct Ste 130

    Modesto, CA 95355

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

    Dr. Capua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811159254.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capua?

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

    What is Dr. John Capua's specialty?

    Dr. Capua is a Neurosurgeon near Modesto, CA.

    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 Dr. John Capua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Capua is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto 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 Dr. John Capua accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Capua is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Capua offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Capua's office at (209) 521-6097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Capua?

    Please contact Dr. Capua's office at (209) 521-6097 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Capua's office located?

    Dr. Capua's office is located in Modesto, CA.