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Who is Dr. Calakos, Neurosurgeon in Durham, NC?
Dr. Nicole Calakos, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Calakos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calakos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calakos’s office at (919) 668-2879.
Is Dr. Calakos board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Calakos, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Calakos speak?
Dr. Calakos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Calakos typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Calakos 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. Calakos. 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:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Calakos typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Calakos 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. Calakos. 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:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Calakos accept my insurance?
Dr. Calakos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 668-2879 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Calakos accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Calakos in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Calakos' office located?
Dr. Nicole Calakos' Primary Practice
40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 668-2879
3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
What is Dr. Calakos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calakos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073696217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calakos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calakos
What is Dr. Nicole Calakos's specialty?
Dr. Calakos is a Neurosurgeon near Durham, NC.
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. Nicole Calakos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Calakos is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Nicole Calakos accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Calakos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Calakos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calakos's office at (919) 668-2879 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Calakos?
Please contact Dr. Calakos's office at (919) 668-2879 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Calakos have?
Dr. Nicole Calakos is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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