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Dr. Valentine Nduku, DO

Neurosurgeon

Fort Pierce, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nduku, Neurosurgeon in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Valentine Nduku, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Pierce, FL. Dr. Nduku is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nduku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nduku’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Nduku speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nduku 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. Nduku. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • 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
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nduku 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. Nduku. 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:

    • 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 Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
    • Vertebral Fixation
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation
    • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (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)

    Does Dr. Nduku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nduku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nduku accept in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Dr. Nduku in Fort Pierce, FL 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 Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nduku's office located?

    Dr. Valentine Nduku's Primary Practice

    2402 Frist Blvd Ste 201

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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

    Dr. Nduku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871770263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nduku?

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

    What is Dr. Valentine Nduku's specialty?

    Dr. Nduku is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Pierce, FL.

    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 Dr. Valentine Nduku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nduku is affiliated with Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Hca Florida Highlands 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 Dr. Valentine Nduku accepting new patients in Fort Pierce, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Valentine Nduku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valentine Nduku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nduku's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Valentine Nduku?

    Please contact Dr. Nduku's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nduku's office located?

    Dr. Nduku's office is located in Fort Pierce, FL.