
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Cannella, Neurosurgeon in Farmington, NM?
Dr. Dominic Cannella, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Farmington, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Cannella graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Neurological Surgery; University Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; University Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Cannella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cannella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cannella’s office at (505) 609-6595.
Where did Dr. Cannella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Neurological Surgery; University Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; University Hosp, General Surgery | University At Buffalo State University Of New York
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Cannella board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Dominic Cannella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cannella speak?
Dr. Cannella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Cannella typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cannella 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. Cannella. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Cannella typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cannella 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. Cannella. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
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. Cannella accept my insurance?
Dr. Cannella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 609-6595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cannella accept in Farmington, NM?
Dr. Cannella in Farmington, NM 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cannella's office located?
Dr. Dominic Cannella's Primary Practice
407 S Schwartz Ave Ste 101
Farmington, NM 87401
(505) 609-6595
What is Dr. Cannella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cannella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336191477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cannella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cannella
What is Dr. Dominic Cannella's specialty?
Dr. Cannella is a Neurosurgeon near Farmington, NM.
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. Dominic Cannella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cannella is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dominic Cannella accepting new patients in Farmington, NM?
Yes, Dr. Dominic Cannella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dominic Cannella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cannella's office at (505) 609-6595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dominic Cannella?
Please contact Dr. Cannella's office at (505) 609-6595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dominic Cannella have?
Dr. Dominic Cannella is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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