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Dr. Robert Naftel, MD

Neurosurgeon

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Naftel, Neurosurgeon in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Robert Naftel, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Naftel is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Naftel’s office at (615) 322-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Naftel speak?

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

    • English
    • Kannada

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Naftel 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. Naftel. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Naftel 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. Naftel. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Naftel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Naftel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Naftel accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Naftel in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Naftel's office located?

    Dr. Robert Naftel's Primary Practice

    1301 Medical Center Dr

    Nashville, TN 37232

    (615) 322-3000

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    Dr. Robert Naftel's Practice 2

    4560 Trousdale Dr Ste 101

    Nashville, TN 37204

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    Dr. Robert Naftel's Practice 3

    3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic

    Nashville, TN 37232

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    What hospitals are Dr. Naftel affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Naftel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN
    Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN

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

    Dr. Naftel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376757245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Naftel?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Naftel's specialty?

    Dr. Naftel is a Neurosurgeon near Nashville, TN.

    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. Robert Naftel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Naftel is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Maury Regional 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Robert Naftel accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Naftel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Naftel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Naftel's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Naftel?

    Please contact Dr. Naftel's office at (615) 322-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Naftel's office located?

    Dr. Naftel's office is located in Nashville, TN.