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Dr. Thomas Francavilla, MD

Covington, LA

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    Who is Dr. Francavilla, Neurosurgeon in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Thomas Francavilla, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Francavilla completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Francavilla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Francavilla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Francavilla’s office at (985) 951-3222.

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

    • Residency: Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Francavilla board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Francavilla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Francavilla speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Francavilla treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Francavilla 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. Francavilla. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    What procedures does Dr. Francavilla perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Francavilla 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. Francavilla. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

    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. Francavilla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Francavilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 951-3222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Francavilla accept in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Francavilla in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Bowling Green State University

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Francavilla's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Francavilla's Primary Practice

    101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 402

    Covington, LA 70433

    (985) 951-3222

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    Dr. Thomas Francavilla's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Thomas Francavilla's Practice 3

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    Dr. Francavilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346203627.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Francavilla?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Francavilla's specialty?

    Dr. Francavilla is a Neurosurgeon near Covington, LA. 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. Francavilla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Francavilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Francavilla is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Shelby Baptist Medical Center. 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 Thomas Francavilla accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Francavilla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Francavilla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Francavilla's office at (985) 951-3222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Francavilla?

    Please contact Dr. Francavilla's office at (985) 951-3222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Francavilla have?

    Dr. Thomas Francavilla is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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