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Dr. Mina Safain, MD

Boston, MA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safain, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Mina Safain, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Safain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safain’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safain’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Safain?

    Dr. Mina Safain, 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. Safain empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Meningioma, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neuro-Oncology, Pituitary Tumors, Spinal Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Safain is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Safain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Safain treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Safain 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. Safain. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back and Tailbone 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
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Does Dr. Safain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safain 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. Safain accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Safain in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Safain's office located?

    Dr. Mina Safain's Primary Practice

    800 Washington St

    Boston, MA 02111

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    Dr. Mina Safain's Practice 2

    585 Lebanon St

    Melrose, MA 02176

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

    Dr. Safain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821228883.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safain?

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

    What is Dr. Mina Safain's specialty?

    Dr. Safain is a Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA. 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. Safain to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mina Safain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safain is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Mina Safain accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Mina Safain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mina Safain offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Mina Safain?

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

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