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Who is Dr. Baksh, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Nikolas Baksh, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baksh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baksh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baksh’s office at (888) 584-7888.
What languages does Dr. Baksh speak?
Dr. Baksh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Baksh typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Baksh 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. Baksh. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Baksh typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Nikolas Baksh may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Baksh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baksh accept my insurance?
Dr. Baksh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 584-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baksh accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Baksh in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Baksh's office located?
What is Dr. Baksh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baksh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306232467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baksh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baksh
What is Dr. Nikolas Baksh's specialty?
Dr. Baksh is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Maywood, IL.
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 this Dr. Nikolas Baksh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baksh is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Macneal Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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
When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nikolas Baksh accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nikolas Baksh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikolas Baksh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baksh's office at (888) 584-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikolas Baksh?
Please contact Dr. Baksh's office at (888) 584-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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