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23 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cordista, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Moultrie, GA?
Dr. Andrew Cordista, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Moultrie, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Cordista completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cordista is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cordista’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cordista’s office at (229) 890-6612.
Where did Dr. Cordista go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery | Johns Hopkins University School Med
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl
Is Dr. Cordista board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Cordista, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cordista speak?
Dr. Cordista and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cordista typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cordista 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. Cordista. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Cordista typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Cordista 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. Cordista. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Cordista accept my insurance?
Dr. Cordista accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 890-6612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cordista accept in Moultrie, GA?
Dr. Cordista in Moultrie, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cordista's office located?
What is Dr. Cordista's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cordista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295745081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cordista?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cordista
What is Dr. Andrew Cordista's specialty?
Dr. Cordista is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Moultrie, GA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Andrew Cordista affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cordista is affiliated with Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Archbold Memorial 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 Andrew Cordista accepting new patients in Moultrie, GA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Cordista is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Cordista offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cordista's office at (229) 890-6612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Cordista?
Please contact Dr. Cordista's office at (229) 890-6612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Cordista have?
Dr. Andrew Cordista is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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