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Dr. Peter Mayer, MD

Sarasota, FL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mayer, Neurosurgeon in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Peter Mayer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mayer graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Mayer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mayer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mayer’s office at (941) 308-5700.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mayer?

    Dr. Peter Mayer, 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. Mayer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Surgery, Neurovascular Surgery, Peripheral Nerve Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sarasota/FL community, Dr. Mayer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Mayer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Mayer board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Mayer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mayer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mayer treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mayer 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. Mayer. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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

    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:

    • Communicating Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
    • External Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G910: Communicating hydrocephalus

    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:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Brain Bleed
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5600: Carpal tunnel syndrome, unspecified upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    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:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    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

    Does Dr. Mayer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mayer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 308-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mayer accept in Sarasota, FL?

    Dr. Mayer in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mayer's office located?

    Dr. Peter Mayer's Primary Practice

    5831 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 100

    Sarasota, FL 34233

    (941) 308-5700

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    Dr. Peter Mayer's Practice 2

    1499 E Venice Ave Unit A

    Venice, FL 34292

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    Dr. Peter Mayer's Practice 3

    109 Laurel Rd E

    Nokomis, FL 34275

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

    Dr. Mayer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881774206.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mayer?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Mayer's specialty?

    Dr. Mayer is a Neurosurgeon near Sarasota, 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. Mayer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Mayer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mayer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Peter Mayer accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Mayer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Mayer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mayer's office at (941) 308-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Mayer?

    Please contact Dr. Mayer's office at (941) 308-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Mayer have?

    Dr. Peter Mayer is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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