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Dr. Victor Hayes, MD

Dr. Victor Hayes, MD

Odessa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hayes, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Odessa, FL?

    Dr. Victor Hayes, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Odessa, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hayes graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University. Dr. Hayes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hayes’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayes’s office at (727) 372-9922.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hayes?

    Dr. Victor Hayes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hayes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Scoliosis, Spinal Reconstructive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Odessa, FL community, Dr. Hayes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    What languages does Dr. Hayes speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hayes typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Hayes typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Spinal Cage Insertion After Vertebra Removal
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Neck Vertebrae Fusion
    • Intervertebral Device Implantation
    • Spinal Corpectomy Reconstruction
    • Vertebral Body Replacement with Fusion
    • Spine Cage and Fusion Surgery

    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)
    • 22554: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); cervical below C2
    • 22854: Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to vertebral corpectomy(ies) (vertebral body resection, partial or complete) defect, in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each contiguous defect (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)

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
    • Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
    • Extra Level Spine Fusion
    • Spinal Segment Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Neck Vertebra Removal and Spinal Decompression
    • Cervical Corpectomy
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
    • Vertebral Body Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 63081: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, single segment

    Also known as:

    • Neck Vertebra Removal for Spinal Cord Relief (Additional Segment)
    • Cervical corpectomy (additional segment)
    • Spinal cord decompression (neck, anterior)
    • Vertebral body resection (cervical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63082: Vertebral corpectomy (vertebral body resection), partial or complete, anterior approach with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s); cervical, each additional segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Hayes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hayes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 372-9922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hayes accept in Odessa, FL?

    Dr. Hayes in Odessa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hayes' office located?

    Dr. Victor Hayes' Primary Practice

    2040 Short Ave

    Odessa, FL 33556

    (727) 372-9922

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    Dr. Victor Hayes' Practice 2

    5347 Main St Ste 202

    New Port Richey, FL 34652

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

    Dr. Hayes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164466264.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayes?

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

    What is Dr. Victor Hayes's specialty?

    Dr. Hayes is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Odessa, FL.

    What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

    Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

    Is this Dr. Victor Hayes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hayes is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity Hospital 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

    When to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Victor Hayes accepting new patients in Odessa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Hayes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Hayes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hayes's office at (727) 372-9922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victor Hayes?

    Please contact Dr. Hayes's office at (727) 372-9922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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