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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos Pico, Neurosurgeon in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Jose Santos Pico, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Santos Pico is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos Pico’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos Pico’s office at (575) 522-4433.
Is Dr. Santos Pico board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jose Santos Pico, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Santos Pico speak?
Dr. Santos Pico and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Santos Pico typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Santos Pico 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. Santos Pico. 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:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
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
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
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. Santos Pico typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Santos Pico 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. Santos Pico. 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 Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Santos Pico accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos Pico accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-4433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos Pico accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Santos Pico in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Santos Pico's office located?
Dr. Jose Santos Pico's Primary Practice
4351 E Lohman Ave Ste 409
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-4433
What is Dr. Santos Pico's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos Pico's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528043783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos Pico?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos Pico
What is Dr. Jose Santos Pico's specialty?
Dr. Santos Pico is a Neurosurgeon near Las Cruces, NM.
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. Jose Santos Pico affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos Pico is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lincoln County Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola 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 Jose Santos Pico accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Jose Santos Pico is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Santos Pico offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos Pico's office at (575) 522-4433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Santos Pico?
Please contact Dr. Santos Pico's office at (575) 522-4433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Santos Pico have?
Dr. Jose Santos Pico is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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