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Dr. Derrick Umansky, MD

Metairie, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Umansky, Neurosurgeon in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Derrick Umansky, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Umansky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umansky’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umansky’s office at (504) 988-5565.

    What languages does Dr. Umansky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Umansky treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Umansky 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. Umansky. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal 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 Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Does Dr. Umansky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Umansky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-5565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Umansky accept in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Umansky in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AmWINS Group

    • Bankers Fidelity

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Umansky's office located?

    Dr. Derrick Umansky's Primary Practice

    3798 Veterans Memorial Blvd Fl 2

    Metairie, LA 70002

    (504) 988-5565

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    Dr. Derrick Umansky's Practice 2

    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 540

    Metairie, LA 70006

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    Dr. Derrick Umansky's Practice 3

    1430 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    Dr. Umansky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104168541.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umansky?

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

    What is Dr. Derrick Umansky's specialty?

    Dr. Umansky is a Neurosurgeon near Metairie, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Umansky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Derrick Umansky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Umansky is affiliated with Omega 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 Derrick Umansky accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Derrick Umansky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derrick Umansky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Umansky's office at (504) 988-5565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derrick Umansky?

    Please contact Dr. Umansky's office at (504) 988-5565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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