41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ramberg typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Donald Ramberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramberg is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 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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