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Who is Dr. Halamandaris, Neurosurgeon in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Gus Halamandaris, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Halamandaris graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Halamandaris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Halamandaris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Halamandaris’s office at (831) 424-0807.
Where did Dr. Halamandaris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery | University California | Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Halamandaris board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gus Halamandaris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Halamandaris speak?
Dr. Halamandaris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Halamandaris typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Halamandaris 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. Halamandaris. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Halamandaris typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Halamandaris 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. Halamandaris. 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:
- Lower Back Bone Cut (Spine Osteotomy)
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Spine Osteotomy
- Vertebral Bone Resection
- Spine Realignment Surgery
- Posterior Lumbar Osteotomy
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 22214: Osteotomy of spine, posterior or posterolateral approach, 1 vertebral segment; lumbar
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 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:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Halamandaris accept my insurance?
Dr. Halamandaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 424-0807 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Halamandaris accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Halamandaris in Salinas, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
Coastal
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Halamandaris' office located?
What is Dr. Halamandaris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Halamandaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083621957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Halamandaris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Halamandaris
What is Dr. Gus Halamandaris's specialty?
Dr. Halamandaris is a Neurosurgeon near Salinas, CA.
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. Gus Halamandaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Halamandaris is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Gus Halamandaris accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gus Halamandaris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gus Halamandaris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Halamandaris's office at (831) 424-0807 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gus Halamandaris?
Please contact Dr. Halamandaris's office at (831) 424-0807 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gus Halamandaris have?
Dr. Gus Halamandaris is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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