Dr. Ira Garonzik, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Garonzik, Neurosurgeon in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Ira Garonzik, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garonzik graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Garonzik is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garonzik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garonzik’s office at (410) 664-3680.

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

Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, General Surgery | Johns Hopkins University School Med
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Garonzik speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Garonzik typically treat?

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Garonzik 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. Garonzik. 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 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:

Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache

ICD-10 Codes:

M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

Also known as:

Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
Lumbar Stenosis

ICD-10 Codes:

M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

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

What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Garonzik typically perform?

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Garonzik 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. Garonzik. 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:

Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
Spine Stabilization Surgery
Back Bone Fusion

CPT Codes:

22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
Lower Back Fusion Surgery
Spine Fusion (Lumbar)

CPT Codes:

22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)

Also known as:

Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
Vertebral Fixation
Pedicle Screw Fixation
Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

CPT Codes:

22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
Spine Autograft
Local Bone Harvest for Spine
Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

CPT Codes:

20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Spine Allograft Placement
Spinal Bone Graft
Osteopromotive Material Spine
Donor Bone Graft Spine
Spine Fusion Material

CPT Codes:

20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

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)

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

Does Dr. Garonzik accept my insurance?

Dr. Garonzik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 664-3680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Garonzik accept in Baltimore, MD?

Dr. Garonzik in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
ISO Insurance
Jai Medical Systems
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
Riverside Health

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Where is Dr. Garonzik's office located?

Dr. Ira Garonzik's Primary Practice

5051 Greenspring Ave Ste 101

Baltimore, MD 21209

(410) 664-3680

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Dr. Ira Garonzik's Practice 2

19 Walker Ave Ste 100

Pikesville, MD 21208

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Dr. Ira Garonzik's Practice 3

12 Newport Dr Ste A

Forest Hill, MD 21050

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What hospitals are Dr. Garonzik affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Garonzik has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Sinai Hospital - Baltimore,Baltimore, MD

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Beebe Healthcare,Lewes, DE

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital,Chambersburg, PA

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

Dr. Garonzik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104894781.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garonzik?

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

What is Dr. Ira Garonzik's specialty?

Dr. Garonzik is a Neurosurgeon near Baltimore, MD.

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 Dr. Ira Garonzik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Garonzik is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Beebe Healthcare 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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