31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hershkowitz, Neurosurgeon in Punta Gorda, FL?
Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Punta Gorda, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Hershkowitz completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Hershkowitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hershkowitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hershkowitz’s office at (941) 625-0600.
Where did Dr. Hershkowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Hahnemann University Hospital
Is Dr. Hershkowitz board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hershkowitz speak?
Dr. Hershkowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hershkowitz treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hershkowitz 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. Hershkowitz. 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 Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
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:
- Overweight
- Other Types of Obesity
- Body Weight
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- Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E668: Other obesity
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
- Thoracic Radiculopathy
- Upper Back Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Does Dr. Hershkowitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Hershkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 625-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hershkowitz accept in Punta Gorda, FL?
Dr. Hershkowitz in Punta Gorda, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Hershkowitz's office located?
Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz's Primary Practice
517 Tamiami Trl
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 625-0600
What is Dr. Hershkowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hershkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932279163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hershkowitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hershkowitz
What is Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz's specialty?
Dr. Hershkowitz is a Neurosurgeon near Punta Gorda, 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. Hershkowitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hershkowitz 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
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Is Douglas Hershkowitz accepting new patients in Punta Gorda, FL?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hershkowitz's office at (941) 625-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Hershkowitz?
Please contact Dr. Hershkowitz's office at (941) 625-0600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz have?
Dr. Douglas Hershkowitz is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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