37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalfas, Neurosurgeon in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Iain Kalfas, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kalfas graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Kalfas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalfas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalfas’s office at (216) 444-2200.
Where did Dr. Kalfas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, General Surgery | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Kalfas board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Iain Kalfas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kalfas speak?
Dr. Kalfas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kalfas treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kalfas 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. Kalfas. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Mid-Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- 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
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of the Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis
- Disc Spinal Narrowing
- Narrowing of Mid-Back Spinal Canal
- Thoracic Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Thoracic Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M9973: Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of lumbar region
- M4804: Spinal stenosis, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra
- Spinal Slip
- Vertebral Displacement
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4310: Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar 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:
- 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Does Dr. Kalfas accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalfas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalfas accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Kalfas in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Kalfas' office located?
What is Dr. Kalfas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalfas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932165180.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalfas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalfas
What is Dr. Iain Kalfas's specialty?
Dr. Kalfas is a Neurosurgeon near Cleveland, OH. 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. Kalfas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Iain Kalfas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalfas is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Iain Kalfas accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Iain Kalfas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Iain Kalfas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalfas's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Iain Kalfas?
Please contact Dr. Kalfas's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Iain Kalfas have?
Dr. Iain Kalfas is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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