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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girgis, Neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Pierre Girgis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Girgis graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Girgis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girgis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girgis’s office at (585) 275-8344.
Where did Dr. Girgis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Girgis board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Pierre Girgis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Girgis speak?
Dr. Girgis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Girgis typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Girgis typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
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)
Does Dr. Girgis accept my insurance?
Dr. Girgis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 275-8344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girgis accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Girgis in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Girgis' office located?
What is Dr. Girgis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girgis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952592362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girgis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girgis
What is Dr. Pierre Girgis's specialty?
Dr. Girgis is a Neurosurgeon near Rochester, NY.
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. Pierre Girgis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girgis is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center 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 Pierre Girgis accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Pierre Girgis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pierre Girgis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (585) 275-8344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pierre Girgis?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (585) 275-8344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pierre Girgis have?
Dr. Pierre Girgis is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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