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Dr. Benjamin Ditty, MD

Neurosurgeon

Naples, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ditty, Neurosurgeon in Naples, FL?

    Dr. Benjamin Ditty, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Naples, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ditty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ditty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ditty’s office at (239) 337-2003.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ditty?

    Dr. Benjamin Ditty, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Ditty empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Back & Neck, Spinal Fusion, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Naples, FL community, Dr. Ditty is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Ditty speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ditty 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. Ditty. 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 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ditty typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ditty 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. Ditty. 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:

    • 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); 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:

    • 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

    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)

    Does Dr. Ditty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ditty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 337-2003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ditty accept in Naples, FL?

    Dr. Ditty in Naples, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ditty's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Ditty's Primary Practice

    6101 Pine Ridge Rd

    Naples, FL 34119

    (239) 337-2003

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    Dr. Benjamin Ditty's Practice 2

    1020 Crosspointe Dr Ste 110

    Naples, FL 34110

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    Dr. Benjamin Ditty's Practice 3

    90 Cypress Way E Ste 65

    Naples, FL 34110

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

    Dr. Ditty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215163795.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ditty?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Ditty's specialty?

    Dr. Ditty is a Neurosurgeon near Naples, 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 Dr. Benjamin Ditty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ditty is affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge 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. Benjamin Ditty accepting new patients in Naples, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ditty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Ditty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ditty's office at (239) 337-2003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Ditty?

    Please contact Dr. Ditty's office at (239) 337-2003 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ditty's office located?

    Dr. Ditty's office is located in Naples, FL.