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Dr. Nicolas Arredondo, MD

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Arredondo, Neurosurgeon in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Nicolas Arredondo, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Arredondo graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at University of South Florida Morsani Program A. Dr. Arredondo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arredondo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arredondo’s office at (207) 553-6054.

    Where did Dr. Arredondo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of South Florida Morsani Program A

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Arredondo speak?

    Dr. Arredondo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Arredondo typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Arredondo 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. Arredondo. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • 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:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Arredondo typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Arredondo 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. Arredondo. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
    • Spine fusion surgery lower back
    • Lumbar arthrodesis
    • 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)
    • 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;
    • 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:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (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 Spinal Decompression with Fusion
    • Spinal Decompression for Lumbar Fusion (Additional Segment)
    • Laminectomy with Fusion
    • Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
    • Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
    • Laminectomy (Additional Segment)
    • Facetectomy (Additional Segment)
    • Foraminotomy (Additional Segment)
    • Lumbar Spinal Decompression

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 63053: 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; each additional vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Arredondo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Arredondo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 553-6054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Arredondo accept in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Arredondo in Portland, ME 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Arredondo's office located?

    Dr. Nicolas Arredondo's Primary Practice

    195 Fore River Pkwy Ste 440

    Portland, ME 04102

    (207) 553-6054

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    Dr. Nicolas Arredondo's Practice 2

    40 Park Rd

    Westbrook, ME 04092

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

    Dr. Arredondo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952520694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arredondo?

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

    What is Dr. Nicolas Arredondo's specialty?

    Dr. Arredondo is a Neurosurgeon near Portland, ME.

    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. Nicolas Arredondo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Arredondo is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital, York Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center, Cary 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 Nicolas Arredondo accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Nicolas Arredondo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicolas Arredondo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Arredondo's office at (207) 553-6054 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicolas Arredondo?

    Please contact Dr. Arredondo's office at (207) 553-6054 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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