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Who is Dr. Andalkar, Neurosurgeon in Mesa, AZ?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Andalkar?
Dr. Niteen Andalkar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Andalkar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mesa, AZ community, Dr. Andalkar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Andalkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Andalkar board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Niteen Andalkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Andalkar speak?
Dr. Andalkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Andalkar typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Andalkar 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. Andalkar. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Andalkar typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Andalkar 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. Andalkar. 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 Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 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)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (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:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Spinal Dura Graft
- Spinal Dural Repair
- Spinal Meninges Graft
- Spinal CSF Leak Repair
CPT Codes:
- 63710: Dural graft, spinal
Does Dr. Andalkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Andalkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 330-6010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Andalkar accept in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Andalkar in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
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Where is Dr. Andalkar's office located?
Dr. Niteen Andalkar's Primary Practice
2045 S Vineyard Ste 142
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 330-6010
What hospitals are Dr. Andalkar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Andalkar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Andalkar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Andalkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124057070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andalkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Andalkar