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Who is Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz, Neurosurgeon in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz’s office at (865) 524-1869.
Is Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz speak?
Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz 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. Rodriguez-Cruz. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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 Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Spur
- Bone Disease
- Vertebral osteophyte
- Bone growth on spine
- Spinal osteophyte
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2578: Osteophyte, vertebrae
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Does Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 524-1869 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz's office located?
Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz's Primary Practice
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 524-1869
Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz's Practice 3
9314 Park West Blvd Ste 200
Knoxville, TN 37923
What is Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598744484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz
What is Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz is a Neurosurgeon near Knoxville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rodriguez-Cruz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz's office at (865) 524-1869 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez-Cruz's office at (865) 524-1869 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz have?
Dr. Leonardo Rodriguez-Cruz is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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