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Dr. Lucia Zamorano, MD

Dr. Lucia Zamorano, MD

Neurosurgeon

Troy, MI

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zamorano, Neurosurgeon in Troy, MI?

    Dr. Lucia Zamorano, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Troy, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Zamorano is fluent in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zamorano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zamorano’s office at (248) 723-2477.

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

    • Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile

    What languages does Dr. Zamorano speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • German
    • Italian
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Zamorano 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. Zamorano. 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
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Zamorano 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. Zamorano. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Computerized Balance Test
    • Dynamic posturography
    • CDP-SOT test
    • Sensory organization test
    • Advanced balance assessment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92548: Computerized dynamic posturography sensory organization test (CDP-SOT), 6 conditions (ie, eyes open, eyes closed, visual sway, platform sway, eyes closed platform sway, platform and visual sway), including interpretation and report;

    Does Dr. Zamorano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zamorano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 723-2477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zamorano accept in Troy, MI?

    Dr. Zamorano in Troy, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zamorano's office located?

    Dr. Lucia Zamorano's Primary Practice

    5107 Rochester Rd

    Troy, MI 48085

    (248) 723-2477

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    Dr. Lucia Zamorano's Practice 2

    3990 John R St

    Detroit, MI 48201

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    Dr. Lucia Zamorano's Practice 3

    36622 5 Mile Rd

    Livonia, MI 48154

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

    Dr. Zamorano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770549107.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zamorano?

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

    What is Dr. Lucia Zamorano's specialty?

    Dr. Zamorano is a Neurosurgeon near Troy, MI.

    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. Lucia Zamorano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zamorano is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Dmc Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital 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 Dr. Lucia Zamorano accepting new patients in Troy, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Lucia Zamorano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lucia Zamorano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zamorano's office at (248) 723-2477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lucia Zamorano?

    Please contact Dr. Zamorano's office at (248) 723-2477 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zamorano's office located?

    Dr. Zamorano's offices are located in Troy, MI, Detroit, MI, and Livonia, MI.