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Dr. Donald Ramberg, MD

Dr. Donald Ramberg, MD

San Luis Obispo, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ramberg, Neurosurgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Donald Ramberg, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ramberg graduated from Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Ramberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramberg’s office at (805) 543-6710.

    Where did Dr. Ramberg go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ramberg board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Ramberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ramberg speak?

    Dr. Ramberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ramberg treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ramberg 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. Ramberg. 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal 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 Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Vertebral Compression Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Collapsed Lower Back Bone
    • Lumbar Spinal Compression Fracture
    • Crushed Lower Back Vertebra

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4856XA: Collapsed vertebra, not elsewhere classified, lumbar region, initial encounter for fracture

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fracture of Second Neck Vertebra
    • Fractures
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken C2 Vertebra
    • Axis Fracture
    • Second Cervical Spine Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S12100D: Unspecified displaced fracture of second cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Does Dr. Ramberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 543-6710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramberg accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Ramberg in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Coastal

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ramberg's office located?

    Dr. Donald Ramberg's Primary Practice

    699 California Blvd # B

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    (805) 543-6710

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    Dr. Donald Ramberg's Practice 2

    5214 N Western Ave Ste 104

    Chicago, IL 60625

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    What is Dr. Ramberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ramberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124093000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramberg?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramberg

    What is Dr. Donald Ramberg's specialty?

    Dr. Ramberg is a Neurosurgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Ramberg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Ramberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ramberg is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Donald Ramberg accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Ramberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Ramberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramberg's office at (805) 543-6710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Ramberg?

    Please contact Dr. Ramberg's office at (805) 543-6710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Ramberg have?

    Dr. Donald Ramberg is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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