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Dr. Joseph Demattia, MD

Dr. Joseph Demattia, MD

Neurosurgeon

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Demattia, Neurosurgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Joseph Demattia, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Demattia completed his residency at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. Dr. Demattia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Demattia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Demattia’s office at (718) 960-6127.

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

    • Fellowship: Neurosurgical Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 2005

    • Residency: Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers

    Is Dr. Demattia board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Demattia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Demattia speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Demattia 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. Demattia. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    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 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Demattia typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Demattia 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. Demattia. 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

    Does Dr. Demattia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Demattia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 960-6127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Demattia accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Demattia in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Amida Care

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Demattia's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Demattia's Primary Practice

    374 Stockholm St

    Brooklyn, NY 11237

    (718) 960-6127

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    Dr. Joseph Demattia's Practice 2

    4422 3rd Ave

    Bronx, NY 10457

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    Dr. Joseph Demattia's Practice 3

    506 Lenox Ave

    New York, NY 10037

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    What hospitals are Dr. Demattia affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Demattia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Wyckoff Heights Medical Center,Brooklyn, NY
    Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln,Bronx, NY

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

    Dr. Demattia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649208513.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Demattia?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Demattia's specialty?

    Dr. Demattia is a Neurosurgeon near Brooklyn, 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 Dr. Joseph Demattia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Demattia is affiliated with St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx 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. Joseph Demattia accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Demattia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Demattia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Demattia's office at (718) 960-6127 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Demattia?

    Please contact Dr. Demattia's office at (718) 960-6127 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Demattia's office located?

    Dr. Demattia's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY, Bronx, NY, and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Demattia have?

    Dr. Joseph Demattia is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.