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Dr. Omar Zalatimo, MD

Dr. Omar Zalatimo, MD

Baltimore, MD

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zalatimo, Neurosurgeon in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Omar Zalatimo, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zalatimo is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zalatimo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zalatimo’s office at (410) 601-4417.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zalatimo?

    Dr. Omar Zalatimo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zalatimo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Functional Neurosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore/MD community, Dr. Zalatimo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Zalatimo speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Zalatimo treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Zalatimo 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. Zalatimo. 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
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Mid-Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
    • Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Thoracic Stenosis
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic region
    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • 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
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    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:

    • 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 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:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Management
    • Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
    • Implantable Neurostimulator Care
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Does Dr. Zalatimo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zalatimo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 601-4417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zalatimo accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Zalatimo in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zalatimo's office located?

    Dr. Omar Zalatimo's Primary Practice

    2700 Quarry Lake Dr Ste 360

    Baltimore, MD 21209

    (410) 601-4417

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    Dr. Omar Zalatimo's Practice 2

    7601 Osler Dr

    Towson, MD 21204

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    Dr. Omar Zalatimo's Practice 3

    5051 Greenspring Ave Ste 300

    Baltimore, MD 21209

    (410) 601-4417

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

    Dr. Zalatimo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053519256.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zalatimo?

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

    What is Dr. Omar Zalatimo's specialty?

    Dr. Zalatimo is a Neurosurgeon near Baltimore, MD. 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. Zalatimo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Omar Zalatimo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zalatimo is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Northwest Hospital 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 Omar Zalatimo accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    No, Dr. Omar Zalatimo is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Omar Zalatimo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zalatimo's office at (410) 601-4417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Omar Zalatimo?

    Please contact Dr. Zalatimo's office at (410) 601-4417 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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