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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. Dr. Umansky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umansky’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Umansky typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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
Bankers Fidelity
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Derrick Umansky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Umansky is affiliated with Omega Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 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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