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Who is Dr. Lara, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Nina Lara, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lara’s office at (602) 648-5444.
What languages does Dr. Lara speak?
Dr. Lara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lara treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis 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:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Scoliosis of the Mid-Lower Back
- Scoliosis
- Thoracolumbar Scoliosis
- Mid-Lower Back Spinal Curve
- Curved Thoracolumbar Spine
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4185: Other forms of scoliosis, thoracolumbar region
- M4186: Other forms of scoliosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Wry Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Torticollis
- Cervical Dystonia
- Twisted Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M436: Torticollis
Which procedures does Dr. Lara perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Nina Lara may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lara's office.
Does Dr. Lara accept my insurance?
Dr. Lara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 648-5444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lara accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Lara in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lara's office located?
What is Dr. Lara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164816302.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lara
What is Dr. Nina Lara's specialty?
Dr. Lara is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Lara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nina Lara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Carl T. Hayden Veterans Administration Medical Center. 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 Nina Lara accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Nina Lara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nina Lara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office at (602) 648-5444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nina Lara?
Please contact Dr. Lara's office at (602) 648-5444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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