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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waguespack, Neurosurgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Paul Waguespack, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Waguespack graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Waguespack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waguespack’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waguespack’s office at (225) 769-2200.
Where did Dr. Waguespack go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Waguespack board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Paul Waguespack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Waguespack speak?
Dr. Waguespack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Waguespack typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waguespack 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. Waguespack. 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:
- 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 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:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Waguespack typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waguespack 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. Waguespack. 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:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Does Dr. Waguespack accept my insurance?
Dr. Waguespack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waguespack accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Waguespack in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Waguespack's office located?
Dr. Paul Waguespack's Primary Practice
10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-2200
What is Dr. Waguespack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waguespack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730178187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waguespack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waguespack
What is Dr. Paul Waguespack's specialty?
Dr. Waguespack is a Neurosurgeon near Baton Rouge, LA.
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. Paul Waguespack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waguespack is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, North Oaks Medical Center, The Spine Hospital Of Louisiana 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Waguespack accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Waguespack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Waguespack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waguespack's office at (225) 769-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Waguespack?
Please contact Dr. Waguespack's office at (225) 769-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Waguespack have?
Dr. Paul Waguespack is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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