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Dr. Hamid Abbasi, MD

Alexandria, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbasi, Neurosurgeon in Alexandria, MN?

    Dr. Hamid Abbasi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Alexandria, MN. He is board certified. Dr. Abbasi is fluent in English, German, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbasi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbasi’s office at (320) 763-8888.

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

    • Medical School: Ruprecht-Karls-Universitaet Heidelberg, Medizinische Gesamtfakultat

    Is Dr. Abbasi board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Hamid Abbasi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Abbasi speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Persian

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abbasi 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. Abbasi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abbasi 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. Abbasi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
    • Lower Back Fusion Surgery
    • Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

    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)
    • 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
    • SI Joint Fusion (MIS)
    • Percutaneous Sacroiliac Arthrodesis
    • Image-Guided SI Joint Fusion
    • Sacroiliac Joint Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 27279: Arthrodesis, Sacroiliac Joint, Percutaneous Or Minimally Invasive (Indirect Visualization), With Image Guidance, Includes Obtaining Bone Graft When Performed, And Placement Of Transfixation Device

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Autologous Spine Graft
    • Morselized Bone Graft
    • Spine Fusion Bone Graft
    • Bone Harvest for Spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Aspiration for Spine Graft
    • Spine Bone Marrow Harvest
    • Autologous Bone Graft for Spine
    • Bone Marrow Aspiration (Spine)
    • Spine Bone Graft Material Collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20939: Bone marrow aspiration for bone grafting, spine surgery only, through separate skin or fascial incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Myelogram
    • Spinal cord imaging
    • Lumbosacral myelography
    • Spinal dye injection X-ray
    • Myelogram of lower back

    CPT Codes:

    • 62304: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; lumbosacral

    Does Dr. Abbasi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbasi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (320) 763-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abbasi accept in Alexandria, MN?

    Dr. Abbasi in Alexandria, MN 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 Kansas

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Abbasi's office located?

    Dr. Hamid Abbasi's Primary Practice

    6600 State Highway 29 S

    Alexandria, MN 56308

    (320) 763-8888

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

    Dr. Abbasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932303526.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbasi?

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

    What is Dr. Hamid Abbasi's specialty?

    Dr. Abbasi is a Neurosurgeon near Alexandria, MN.

    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. Hamid Abbasi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbasi is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, United Hospital, Northfield Hospital, St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Salina Regional Health 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 Hamid Abbasi accepting new patients in Alexandria, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Hamid Abbasi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hamid Abbasi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbasi's office at (320) 763-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hamid Abbasi?

    Please contact Dr. Abbasi's office at (320) 763-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hamid Abbasi have?

    Dr. Hamid Abbasi is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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