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Who is Dr. Birinyi, Neurosurgeon in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Paul Birinyi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Birinyi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birinyi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birinyi’s office at (816) 932-2700.
What languages does Dr. Birinyi speak?
Dr. Birinyi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Birinyi typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Birinyi 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. Birinyi. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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
- 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
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Birinyi typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Birinyi 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. Birinyi. 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 Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Does Dr. Birinyi accept my insurance?
Dr. Birinyi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 932-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birinyi accept in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Birinyi in Opelousas, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Birinyi's office located?
Dr. Paul Birinyi's Primary Practice
2410 Jake Dr Ste 1
Opelousas, LA 70570
(816) 932-2700
What is Dr. Birinyi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birinyi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851603906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birinyi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birinyi
What is Dr. Paul Birinyi's specialty?
Dr. Birinyi is a Neurosurgeon near Opelousas, 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. Paul Birinyi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birinyi is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Stormont Vail Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, The University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, Northern Louisiana 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
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Is Paul Birinyi accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Birinyi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Birinyi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birinyi's office at (816) 932-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Birinyi?
Please contact Dr. Birinyi's office at (816) 932-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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