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Dr. Pedro Aguilar, MD

Clairton, PA

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    Who is Dr. Aguilar, Neurosurgeon in Clairton, PA?

    Dr. Pedro Aguilar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Clairton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aguilar completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Aguilar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aguilar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aguilar’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aguilar?

    Dr. Pedro Aguilar, 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. Aguilar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Degenerative Disc Disease, Spinal Cord Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Cervical, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Clairton/PA community, Dr. Aguilar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx

    What languages does Dr. Aguilar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Aguilar treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Aguilar 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. Aguilar. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Functional Implants
    • Various Medical Devices
    • Specialized Implants
    • Functional Prosthetics

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9689: Presence of other specified functional implants

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Does Dr. Aguilar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aguilar 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. Aguilar accept in Clairton, PA?

    Dr. Aguilar in Clairton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Aguilar's office located?

    Dr. Pedro Aguilar's Primary Practice

    575 Coal Valley Rd Ste 464

    Clairton, PA 15025

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    Dr. Pedro Aguilar's Practice 2

    180 Fort Couch Rd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15241

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    Dr. Pedro Aguilar's Practice 3

    97 Delaware Ave

    Uniontown, PA 15401

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

    Dr. Aguilar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245374602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aguilar?

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

    What is Dr. Pedro Aguilar's specialty?

    Dr. Aguilar is a Neurosurgeon near Clairton, PA. 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. Aguilar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pedro Aguilar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Aguilar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: WVU Medicine Uniontown 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

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    Is Pedro Aguilar accepting new patients in Clairton, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Pedro Aguilar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pedro Aguilar offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Pedro Aguilar?

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

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