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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponce, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Francisco Ponce, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Ponce completed his residency at BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE. Dr. Ponce is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponce’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce’s office at (602) 406-3242.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ponce?
Dr. Francisco Ponce, 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. Ponce empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Deep Brain Stimulation, Parkinson's Disease/Movement Disorders, Spinal Cord Disorders, Spinal Cord Tumors, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Ponce is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ponce go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE
What languages does Dr. Ponce speak?
Dr. Ponce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ponce treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ponce 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. Ponce. 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:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Dystonia
- Genetic Dystonia
- Drug-Induced Dyskinesia
- Dystonia 6
- Early-onset isolated dystonia
- Drug Reactions
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
- Hereditary Dystonia
- Torsion Dystonia
- Early-Onset Dystonia
- Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
- Tardive Dyskinesia
- Drug Side Effect Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
- G241: Genetic torsion dystonia
- G248: Other dystonia
- G2401: Drug induced subacute dyskinesia
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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- 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:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6202: Nontraumatic subacute subdural hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Does Dr. Ponce accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-3242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ponce in Phoenix, AZ 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 Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponce's office located?
Dr. Francisco Ponce's Primary Practice
2910 N 3rd Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 406-3242
What is Dr. Ponce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245410208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce
What is Dr. Francisco Ponce's specialty?
Dr. Ponce is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Ponce to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francisco Ponce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponce is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az 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 Francisco Ponce accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Ponce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Ponce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce's office at (602) 406-3242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Ponce?
Please contact Dr. Ponce's office at (602) 406-3242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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