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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Traina, Neurosurgeon in South Miami, FL?
Dr. Joseph Traina, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Traina graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Neurology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, Neurological Surgery; West Virginia Univ Hosps, General Surgery, and is currently affiliated with South Miami Hospital. Dr. Traina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Traina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Traina’s office at (305) 740-8036.
Where did Dr. Traina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Neurology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, Neurological Surgery; West Virginia Univ Hosps, General Surgery | West Virginia University Affiliated Hospitals | West Virginia University Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Traina board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Traina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Traina speak?
Dr. Traina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Traina typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Traina 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. Traina. 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 Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar 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:
- 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
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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Traina typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Traina 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. Traina. 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 Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Traina accept my insurance?
Dr. Traina 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. Traina accept in South Miami, FL?
Dr. Traina in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Traina's office located?
What is Dr. Traina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Traina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245211630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Traina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Traina
What is Dr. Joseph Traina's specialty?
Dr. Traina 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. Joseph Traina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Traina is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl) 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 Joseph Traina accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Traina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Traina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Traina's office at (305) 740-8036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Traina?
Please contact Dr. Traina's office at (305) 740-8036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Traina have?
Dr. Joseph Traina is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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