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Dr. Darin Smith, MD

Neurosurgeon

Cedar Rapids, IA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Neurosurgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Darin Smith, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Smith graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (319) 221-8966.

    Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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

    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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 221-8966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Smith in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Mercy Family Counseling

    701 10th St SE

    Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

    (319) 221-8966

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    Dr. Darin Smith's Practice 2

    1600 1st St E

    Independence, IA 50644

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    Dr. Darin Smith's Practice 3

    1130 S Scott Blvd

    Iowa City, IA 52240

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    What hospitals are Dr. Smith affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Smith has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Compass Memorial Healthcare,Marengo, IA
    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center,Waterloo, IA
    Buchanan County Health Center,Independence, IA
    Virginia Gay Hospital,Vinton, IA

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275584922.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Darin Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Neurosurgeon near Cedar Rapids, IA.

    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. Darin Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia 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 Dr. Darin Smith accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Darin Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darin Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (319) 221-8966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Darin Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (319) 221-8966 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's offices are located in Cedar Rapids, IA, Independence, IA, and Iowa City, IA.