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Cigna Healthcare is another leading provider of comprehensive health insurance solutions, offering tailored plans for many Long Island individuals, families, and businesses. With a focus on delivering quality care, Cigna policies supports your health journey through innovative services, wellness programs, and a network of trusted healthcare providers.

George Kakoulides has treated innumerable individuals with Cigna Healthcare Insurance. For patients with Cigna, Dr. Kakoulides is able to provide his expert care to a broader range of individuals afflicted with spinal conditions and degenerative disease , ensuring that more Long Island residents have access to top-tier spinal treatments and procedures often covered under Cigna.

Surgical Treatments

Cigna Healthcare

Dr. Kakoulides specializes in various surgical treatments to address a multitude of spinal conditions. Our goal is to offer solutions that minimize pain, enhance recovery, and improve your quality of life. Here are some of the key procedures that may be covered under Cigna:

  • Anterior Cervical Fusion for Degenerative Disease: Fusion of cervical vertebrae to treat disc degeneration and stabilize the spine.

  • Cervical Fusion for Instability: Fusion of vertebrae to correct instability in the cervical spine.

  • Posterior Cervical Fusion for Instability (Spinal Stenosis): Fusion performed from the back to stabilize the spine and relieve spinal stenosis.

  • Cervical Fusion After Prior Spinal Surgery (Without Spondylolisthesis): Fusion following previous surgery to address ongoing instability without vertebral slippage.

  • Cervical Fusion After Prior Spinal Surgery (Pseudoarthrosis): Fusion to correct failed spinal fusion (pseudoarthrosis) from a prior surgery.

Other treatment options may include:

  • Physical therapies: These can involve physical therapy or massage.
  • Behavioral health interventions: Techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may be used.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers: Common options include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription medications: Anticonvulsants, certain antidepressants, or topical medications may help manage chronic pain.
  • Injections: Treatments like nerve blocks might be recommended.
  • Surgical options: Procedures like spinal cord stimulation or minimally invasive spine surgery could be beneficial.
  • Consulting a pain management specialist or clinic: Seeing a physician who specializes in pain management may offer further solutions.

Convenient Access with Cigna Healthcare

By consulting with those with Cigna insurance, Dr. Kakoulides makes it easier for patients to receive the highest quality spine care evaluations. Dr. Kakoulides is committed to making advanced spinal treatments easily accessible for all men and women.

Dr. Kakoulides utilizes the latest advancements in spinal surgery as well as complementary therapies to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients. Each treatment plan is discussed at length to address all of the patient’s specific needs, taking into account their overall history, health, lifestyle, and personal goals.

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