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Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diaz-Collado, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Diaz-Collado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz-Collado’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz-Collado’s office at (617) 754-5471.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Diaz-Collado?

    Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Diaz-Collado empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Disorders-Degenerative, Spinal Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Complex, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Diaz-Collado is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Diaz-Collado speak?

    Dr. Diaz-Collado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Diaz-Collado typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Diaz-Collado 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. Diaz-Collado. 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:

    • Other Spine Deformities
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Backbone Deformity
    • Spinal Curvature Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M438X9: Other specified deforming dorsopathies, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Fusion of Mid-Lower Back Spine
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Fused Mid-Lower Back Vertebrae
    • Thoracolumbar Spine Fusion
    • Mid-Lower Back Ankylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4325: Fusion of spine, thoracolumbar 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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Diaz-Collado typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Diaz-Collado 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. Diaz-Collado. 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:

    • Pelvic Fixation for Spinal Instrumentation
    • Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
    • Spinal-pelvic fusion
    • Pelvic bone attachment (spine)
    • Spine instrumentation to pelvis
    • Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
    • Vertebral Bone Resection
    • Spine Realignment Surgery
    • Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 22848: Pelvic fixation (attachment of caudal end of instrumentation to pelvic bony structures) other than sacrum (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar

    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:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Rod and Wire Placement
    • Posterior Spinal Instrumentation
    • Vertebral Segment Fixation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22843: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 7 to 12 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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. Diaz-Collado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diaz-Collado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 754-5471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz-Collado accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Diaz-Collado in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Diaz-Collado's office located?

    Converse 4

    125 Parker Hill Ave

    Boston, MA 02120

    (617) 754-5471

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    What hospitals are Dr. Diaz-Collado affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Diaz-Collado has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Diaz-Collado's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Diaz-Collado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043578990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz-Collado?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz-Collado

    What is Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado's specialty?

    Dr. Diaz-Collado is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Boston, MA.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diaz-Collado is affiliated with New England Baptist 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 Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz-Collado's office at (617) 754-5471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pablo Diaz-Collado?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz-Collado's office at (617) 754-5471 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Diaz-Collado's office located?

    Dr. Diaz-Collado's office is located in Boston, MA.