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Who is Dr. Agarwal, Neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Nitin Agarwal, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Agarwal completed his residency at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is a member of the Scoliosis Research Society, Lumbar Spine Research Society, AO Spine, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, American Association of South Asian Neurosurgeons, North American Spine Society, Council of State Neurological Societies, American Medical Association, and American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Agarwal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agarwal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agarwal’s office at (314) 362-2107.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Agarwal?
Dr. Nitin Agarwal, 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. Agarwal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain and Spine Traumatic Injuries, Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Scoliosis, Spinal Disc Replacement, Spinal Surgery-Cervical, Spinal Surgery-Complex, Sports Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Agarwal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Agarwal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | University of Pittsburgh
Residency: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Medical School: The College of New Jersey | New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Agarwal speak?
Dr. Agarwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Agarwal treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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:
- 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 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
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:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Does Dr. Agarwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Agarwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-2107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agarwal accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Agarwal in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Agarwal's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 16 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
83% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Nitin Agarwal an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Agarwal has been rated and reviewed by 16 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Agarwal, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Scoliosis Research Society
Podcast Committee Member
Lumbar Spine Research Society
Member
AO Spine
Member
International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery
Member
Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Member
American Association of South Asian Neurosurgeons
Member
North American Spine Society
Member
Council of State Neurological Societies
Member
American Medical Association
Member
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Member
Awards
Young Surgeon Grant and Educational Track
Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Annual Forum
Thomas A. Zdeblick Best Paper Award
Lumbar Spine Research Society
Harold Rosegay Award
San Francisco Neurological Society
Educator of the Year Award
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
CSRS Resident and Fellow Scholarship
Cervical Spine Research Society Annual Meeting
Young Clinician Investigator Award
NREF and the Academy of Neurological Surgeons
What is Dr. Agarwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agarwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366855249.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agarwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agarwal
What is Dr. Nitin Agarwal's specialty?
Dr. Agarwal is a Neurosurgeon near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Agarwal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nitin Agarwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Agarwal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Presbyterian. 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 Nitin Agarwal accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nitin Agarwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nitin Agarwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agarwal's office at (314) 362-2107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nitin Agarwal?
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