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Dr. Dunbar Alcindor, MD

Dr. Dunbar Alcindor, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alcindor, Neurosurgeon in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Dunbar Alcindor, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alcindor is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alcindor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alcindor’s office at (904) 244-9439.

    What languages does Dr. Alcindor speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alcindor 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. Alcindor. 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:

    • 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alcindor 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. Alcindor. 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 Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow

    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

    Does Dr. Alcindor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alcindor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 244-9439 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alcindor accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Alcindor in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alcindor's office located?

    Tower 1 -8th Floor

    580 W 8th St

    Jacksonville, FL 32209

    (904) 244-9439

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    Dr. Dunbar Alcindor's Practice 2

    15255 Max Leggett Pkwy Ste 3600

    Jacksonville, FL 32218

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

    Dr. Alcindor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013264860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alcindor?

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

    What is Dr. Dunbar Alcindor's specialty?

    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. Dunbar Alcindor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alcindor is affiliated with Uf Health Jacksonville, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Memorial Satilla Health 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

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    Is Dr. Dunbar Alcindor accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Dunbar Alcindor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dunbar Alcindor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alcindor's office at (904) 244-9439 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dunbar Alcindor?

    Please contact Dr. Alcindor's office at (904) 244-9439 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alcindor's office located?

    Dr. Alcindor's office is located in Jacksonville, FL.