Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polifka, Neurosurgeon in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Dr. Adam Polifka, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Jacksonville Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Polifka completed his residency at University of Maryland. Dr. Polifka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polifka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polifka’s office at (352) 273-9000.
Where did Dr. Polifka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University
Residency: University of Maryland
Medical School: University of Vermont
What languages does Dr. Polifka speak?
Dr. Polifka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Polifka treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Polifka 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. Polifka. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Scoliosis
- Scoliosis
- Acquired Scoliosis
- Scoliosis from Another Condition
- Non-Idiopathic Spinal Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4150: Other secondary scoliosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Does Dr. Polifka accept my insurance?
Dr. Polifka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 273-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polifka accept in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Dr. Polifka in Jacksonville Beach, FL 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Polifka's office located?
Dr. Adam Polifka's Primary Practice
1370 13th Ave S Ste 215
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(352) 273-9000
What is Dr. Polifka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polifka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427251230.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polifka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polifka
What is Dr. Adam Polifka's specialty?
Dr. Polifka is a Neurosurgeon near Jacksonville Beach, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Polifka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Adam Polifka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polifka is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 Adam Polifka accepting new patients in Jacksonville Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Adam Polifka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Polifka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polifka's office at (352) 273-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Polifka?
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