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Who is Dr. Opoku-Darko, Neurosurgeon in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Opoku-Darko is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Opoku-Darko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Opoku-Darko’s office at (701) 780-5000.
What languages does Dr. Opoku-Darko speak?
Dr. Opoku-Darko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Opoku-Darko typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Opoku-Darko 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. Opoku-Darko. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
Does Dr. Opoku-Darko accept my insurance?
Dr. Opoku-Darko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 780-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Opoku-Darko accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Opoku-Darko in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Opoku-Darko's office located?
Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko's Primary Practice
1420 W 22nd St Ste 510
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(701) 780-5000
What is Dr. Opoku-Darko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Opoku-Darko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205480704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Opoku-Darko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Opoku-Darko
What is Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko's specialty?
Dr. Opoku-Darko is a Neurosurgeon near Sioux Falls, SD.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Opoku-Darko is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish Hospital 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
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Is Michael Opoku-Darko accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
No, Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Opoku-Darko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Opoku-Darko's office at (701) 780-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Opoku-Darko?
Please contact Dr. Opoku-Darko's office at (701) 780-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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