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Dr. Donald Sachs, MD

Neurosurgeon

Lakeland, FL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sachs, Neurosurgeon in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Donald Sachs, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Sachs completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Sachs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sachs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sachs’s office at (863) 606-5937.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sachs board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Sachs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sachs speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sachs 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. Sachs. 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
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sachs 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. Sachs. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
    • 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Sachs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sachs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 606-5937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sachs accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Sachs in Lakeland, FL 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)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • Trinity Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sachs' office located?

    Dr. Donald Sachs' Primary Practice

    4310 S Florida Ave

    Lakeland, FL 33813

    (863) 606-5937

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    Dr. Donald Sachs' Practice 2

    409 E Central Ave

    Winter Haven, FL 33880

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sachs affiliated with?

    Dr. Sachs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Winter Haven Hospital,Winter Haven, FL
    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL

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

    Dr. Sachs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609081900.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sachs?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Sachs's specialty?

    Dr. Sachs is a Neurosurgeon near Lakeland, 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. Donald Sachs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Sachs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Winter Haven Hospital, Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Donald Sachs accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Sachs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Sachs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sachs' office at (863) 606-5937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Sachs?

    Please contact Dr. Sachs' office at (863) 606-5937 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sachs' office located?

    Dr. Sachs' offices are located in Lakeland, FL and Winter Haven, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Sachs have?

    Dr. Donald Sachs is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.