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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gernsback, Neurosurgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Joanna Gernsback, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Gernsback is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gernsback’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gernsback’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gernsback speak?
Dr. Gernsback and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Gernsback typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Gernsback 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. Gernsback. 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:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Spina Bifida with Water on the Brain (Unspecified Type)
- Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
- Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine and Brain Fluid
- Congenital Spinal Defect with Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
- Q054: Unspecified spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
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
Does Dr. Gernsback accept my insurance?
Dr. Gernsback accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gernsback accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Gernsback in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gernsback's office located?
What is Dr. Gernsback's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gernsback's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215252440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gernsback?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gernsback
What is Dr. Joanna Gernsback's specialty?
Dr. Gernsback is a Neurosurgeon near San Antonio, TX.
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. Joanna Gernsback affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gernsback is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Joanna Gernsback accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joanna Gernsback is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joanna Gernsback offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gernsback's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joanna Gernsback?
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8300 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229