34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tomaras, Neurosurgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Christopher Tomaras, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Tomaras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tomaras’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tomaras’s office at (404) 256-2633.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tomaras?
Dr. Christopher Tomaras, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tomaras empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Back & Neck, Spinal Disc Replacement, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Complex, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Tomaras is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tomaras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Is Dr. Tomaras board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tomaras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tomaras speak?
Dr. Tomaras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tomaras treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tomaras 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. Tomaras. 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 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:
- 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Pars Defect
- Cervical Spondylolysis
- Neck Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4302: Spondylolysis, cervical region
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:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
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 Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
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
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bursal Cyst
- Joint Disorder
- Fluid-filled Bursa
- Bursa Sac Cyst
- Cyst in Bursa
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7130: Other bursal cyst, unspecified site
Does Dr. Tomaras accept my insurance?
Dr. Tomaras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 256-2633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tomaras accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Tomaras in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Bankers Fidelity
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Premier
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tomaras' office located?
Dr. Christopher Tomaras' Primary Practice
5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 990
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 256-2633
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Tomaras?
Dr. Tomaras has appointments available at his Atlanta, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 8 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Christopher Tomaras an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tomaras has been rated and reviewed by 8 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tomaras, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
Awards
Regional Top Doctors
Regional
On-Time Doctor Award
On-Time Doctor
Compassionate Doctor Recognition
Compassionate Doctor
Top 10 Doctor
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What is Dr. Tomaras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tomaras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881780633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tomaras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tomaras
What is Dr. Christopher Tomaras's specialty?
Dr. Tomaras is a Neurosurgeon near Atlanta, GA. 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. Tomaras to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Tomaras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tomaras is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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 Christopher Tomaras accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tomaras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Tomaras offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tomaras, or call (404) 256-2633 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Tomaras?
Please contact Dr. Tomaras's office at (404) 256-2633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Tomaras have?
Dr. Christopher Tomaras is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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