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Who is Dr. Martinez Perez, Neurosurgeon in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Martinez Perez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martinez Perez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez Perez’s office at (570) 808-3290.
What languages does Dr. Martinez Perez speak?
Dr. Martinez Perez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Martinez Perez treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Martinez Perez 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. Martinez Perez. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Martinez Perez perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Martinez Perez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Martinez Perez. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Removal (Through Nose)
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
- Transnasal Pituitary Tumor Excision
- Trans-sphenoidal Neuroendoscopy
- Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery
- Pituitary Adenoma Removal
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
- 62165: Neuroendoscopy, intracranial; with excision of pituitary tumor, transnasal or trans-sphenoidal approach
Also known as:
- Complex Skull Base Surgery (Orbitocranial Zygomatic Approach)
- Middle Cranial Fossa Surgery
- Cavernous Sinus Surgery
- Zygomatic Osteotomy Craniotomy
CPT Codes:
- 61592: Orbitocranial zygomatic approach to middle cranial fossa (cavernous sinus and carotid artery, clivus, basilar artery or petrous apex) including osteotomy of zygoma, craniotomy, extra- or intradural elevation of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Removal of Brain or Skull Base Lesion
- Skull Base Tumor Excision
- Cavernous Sinus Surgery
- Clivus Lesion Removal
- Intradural Skull Base Resection
CPT Codes:
- 61608: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of parasellar area, cavernous sinus, clivus or midline skull base; intradural, including dural repair, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
- Fat Grafting
- Dermal Graft
- Fascia Graft
- Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)
Also known as:
- Fascia Lata Graft (Complex)
- Thigh Fascia Graft
- Connective Tissue Graft
- Fascia Transfer Surgery
- Complex Fascia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 20922: Fascia lata graft; by incision and area exposure, complex or sheet
Does Dr. Martinez Perez accept my insurance?
Dr. Martinez Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-3290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez Perez accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Martinez Perez in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
HealthComp
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Martinez Perez's office located?
Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Blvd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 808-3290
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Office Experience
85% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
86% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Martinez Perez has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Martinez Perez, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Martinez Perez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martinez Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689296915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez Perez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martinez Perez
What is Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez's specialty?
Dr. Martinez Perez is a Neurosurgeon near Wilkes Barre, 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. Martinez Perez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martinez Perez is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rafael Martinez Perez accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Martinez Perez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martinez Perez's office at (570) 808-3290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Martinez Perez?
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