36 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ibars, Neurosurgeon in South Miami, FL?
Dr. George Ibars, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Ibars graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Neurological Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Neurology; Abington Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ibars is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ibars’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ibars’s office at (305) 740-8036.
Where did Dr. Ibars go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Neurological Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Neurology; Abington Mem Hosp, General Surgery | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Drexel University College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ibars board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Ibars, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ibars speak?
Dr. Ibars and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ibars typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ibars 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. Ibars. 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:
- Abnormal Brain Scan
- Unusual brain imaging
- Irregular brain scan results
- Brain scan findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9402: Abnormal brain scan
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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. Ibars typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ibars 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. Ibars. 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:
- Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
- Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
- Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 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 Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ibars accept my insurance?
Dr. Ibars accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 740-8036 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ibars accept in South Miami, FL?
Dr. Ibars in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
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Where is Dr. Ibars' office located?
403 Michael E Gomez Md Drs Traina And Ibars
6200 Sunset Dr Ste 403
South Miami, FL 33143
(305) 740-8036
What is Dr. Ibars's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ibars's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356322986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ibars?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ibars
What is Dr. George Ibars's specialty?
Dr. Ibars is a Neurosurgeon near South Miami, FL.
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. George Ibars affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ibars is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital 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 George Ibars accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. George Ibars is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Ibars offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ibars's office at (305) 740-8036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Ibars?
Please contact Dr. Ibars's office at (305) 740-8036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Ibars have?
Dr. George Ibars is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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403 Michael E Gomez Md Drs Traina And Ibars
6200 Sunset Dr Ste 403
South Miami, FL 33143