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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Dafrawy, Orthopedic Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. El Dafrawy is fluent in English, French, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Dafrawy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Dafrawy’s office.
What languages does Dr. El Dafrawy speak?
Dr. El Dafrawy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Japanese
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. El Dafrawy typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. El Dafrawy 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. El Dafrawy. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. El Dafrawy typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. El Dafrawy 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. El Dafrawy. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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
Does Dr. El Dafrawy accept my insurance?
Dr. El Dafrawy 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. El Dafrawy accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. El Dafrawy in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El Dafrawy's office located?
Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy's Primary Practice
913 E 26th St Ste 600
Minneapolis, MN 55404
What is Dr. El Dafrawy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Dafrawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285900118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Dafrawy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Dafrawy
What is Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy's specialty?
Dr. El Dafrawy is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Minneapolis, MN.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Dafrawy is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Cambridge Medical Center, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn 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 Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Dafrawy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mostafa Mohamed El Dafrawy?
Please contact Dr. El Dafrawy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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913 E 26th St Ste 600
Minneapolis, MN 55404