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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gardocki, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Raymond Gardocki, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Gardocki graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gardocki is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gardocki’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gardocki’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Gardocki go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Gardocki board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Raymond Gardocki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gardocki speak?
Dr. Gardocki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Gardocki typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Gardocki 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. Gardocki. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Gardocki typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Raymond Gardocki may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Gardocki's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gardocki accept my insurance?
Dr. Gardocki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gardocki accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Gardocki in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gardocki's office located?
Dr. Raymond Gardocki's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Gardocki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gardocki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235125931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gardocki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gardocki
What is Dr. Raymond Gardocki's specialty?
Dr. Gardocki is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Nashville, TN.
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. Raymond Gardocki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gardocki is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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
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Is Raymond Gardocki accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Raymond Gardocki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raymond Gardocki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gardocki's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raymond Gardocki?
Please contact Dr. Gardocki's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raymond Gardocki have?
Dr. Raymond Gardocki is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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