Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nieto, Neurosurgeon in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Jaime Nieto, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nieto graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University Coll of Medicine and completed his residency at David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA. Dr. Nieto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nieto’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nieto’s office at (718) 670-1837.
Where did Dr. Nieto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic
Residency: David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA
Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University Coll of Medicine
Is Dr. Nieto board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Nieto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nieto speak?
Dr. Nieto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Nieto typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nieto 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. Nieto. 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:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, 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 Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Nieto typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nieto 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. Nieto. 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Nieto accept my insurance?
Dr. Nieto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-1837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nieto accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Nieto in Great Neck, NY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nieto's office located?
What is Dr. Nieto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nieto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417909169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nieto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nieto
What is Dr. Jaime Nieto's specialty?
Dr. Nieto is a Neurosurgeon near Great Neck, NY.
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. Jaime Nieto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nieto is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Jaime Nieto accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Nieto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaime Nieto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nieto's office at (718) 670-1837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaime Nieto?
Please contact Dr. Nieto's office at (718) 670-1837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Nieto have?
Dr. Jaime Nieto is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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