Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Love, Neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Lucy Love, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Love completed her residency at Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, Neurological Surgery; Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery. She is a member of the FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGEONS, WOMEN IN NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY, PAST-PRESENT, CONGRESS OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGEONS, and AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS. Dr. Love is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Love’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Love’s office at (813) 971-2888.
Where did Dr. Love go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, Neurological Surgery; Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery | Shands HealthCare
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
Is Dr. Love board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Love, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Love speak?
Dr. Love and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Love typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Love 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. Love. 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
- 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Love typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Love 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. Love. 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
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
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)
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (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. Love accept my insurance?
Dr. Love accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 971-2888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Love accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Love in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Love's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS
Fellow
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGEONS
Member
WOMEN IN NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY, PAST-PRESENT
Member
CONGRESS OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGEONS
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS
Fellow
Awards
Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition
What is Dr. Love's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Love's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972634111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Love?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Love
What is Dr. Lucy Love's specialty?
Dr. Love is a Neurosurgeon near Tampa, FL.
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. Lucy Love affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Love is affiliated with Tampa General 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 Lucy Love accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Love is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucy Love offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Love's office at (813) 971-2888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucy Love?
Please contact Dr. Love's office at (813) 971-2888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lucy Love have?
Dr. Lucy Love is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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