Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dakwar, Neurosurgeon in Boynton Beach, FL?
Dr. Elias Dakwar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boynton Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dakwar completed his residency at Neurosurgery, University of South Flordia, Tampa, FL - 2012.. Dr. Dakwar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dakwar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dakwar’s office at (813) 259-0858.
Where did Dr. Dakwar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Spine Deformity, Shriners Hospital for Crippled Chil, Philadephia, PA - 2013. | Shrines Hospital for Children
Residency: Neurosurgery, University of South Flordia, Tampa, FL - 2012. | University of South Florida (USF) Affiliated Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Dakwar speak?
Dr. Dakwar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Dakwar treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dakwar 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. Dakwar. 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
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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 Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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:
- 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does Dr. Dakwar perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dakwar 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. Dakwar. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: 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; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Dakwar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dakwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 259-0858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dakwar accept in Boynton Beach, FL?
Dr. Dakwar in Boynton 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
CareCentrix
Cooperative Benefit Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dakwar's office located?
Dr. Elias Dakwar's Primary Practice
2800 S Seacrest Blvd Ste 160
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
(813) 259-0858
Recognitions
Awards
Recipient, SOLAS Young Investigator Award
Recipient, Florida Neurosurgical Society Resident Research Award
Recipient, CSRS Top 20 Poster Presentation
What is Dr. Dakwar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dakwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801095609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dakwar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dakwar
What is Dr. Elias Dakwar's specialty?
Dr. Dakwar is a Neurosurgeon near Boynton 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. Dakwar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elias Dakwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dakwar is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Delray 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 Elias Dakwar accepting new patients in Boynton Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Elias Dakwar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elias Dakwar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dakwar's office at (813) 259-0858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elias Dakwar?
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