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Dr. Melissa Macias, MD, PHD

Rockford, IL

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    Who is Dr. Macias, Neurosurgeon in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Melissa Macias, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Macias graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed her residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Macias is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macias’s office.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Macias speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Macias treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Macias 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. Macias. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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 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 Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration at C5-C6
    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease at C5-C6
    • Worn C5-C6 Disc
    • C5-C6 Disc Wear and Tear
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50322: Other cervical disc degeneration at C5-C6 level
    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Compressed L1 fracture
    • First lumbar compression fracture
    • Broken L1 bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed 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:

    • Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Fragility Fracture of Spine
    • Pathological Vertebral Fracture
    • Spinal Compression Fracture from Osteoporosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8088XA: Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture

    Also known as:

    • Fracture of Second Neck Vertebra
    • Fractures
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken C2 Vertebra
    • Axis Fracture
    • Second Cervical Spine Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S12100A: Unspecified displaced fracture of second cervical vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Falls
    • Accidental Falls
    • Unintentional Falls
    • Falling Accidents

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter

    Does Dr. Macias accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macias accept in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Macias in Rockford, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Macias' office located?

    Dr. Melissa Macias' Primary Practice

    1340 Charles St Ste 400

    Rockford, IL 61104

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    Dr. Melissa Macias' Practice 2

    1227 3rd St

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Melissa Macias an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Macias has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Macias, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Macias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710044383.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macias?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Macias's specialty?

    Dr. Macias is a Neurosurgeon near Rockford, IL. 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. Macias to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Macias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Macias is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Melissa Macias accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Macias is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Macias offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macias's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Macias?

    Please contact Dr. Macias's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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