Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waldau, Neurosurgeon in Chico, CA?
Dr. Ben Waldau, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chico, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Waldau graduated from Ruprecht Karls University and completed his residency at Duke University - School of Medicine. Dr. Waldau is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldau’s office at (916) 734-3658.
Where did Dr. Waldau go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Florida
Residency: Duke University - School of Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program
Medical School: Ruprecht Karls University | Medizinische Fakutaet Heidelberg
What languages does Dr. Waldau speak?
Dr. Waldau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Waldau treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waldau 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. Waldau. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Aneurysm
- Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Artery Bulge
- Blood Vessel Widening
- Vascular Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Bulge
- Neck Artery Aneurysm
- Blood Vessel Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site
- I720: Aneurysm of carotid artery
- I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
What procedures does Dr. Waldau perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waldau 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. Waldau. 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:
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
- Neurovascular embolization
- Intracranial vessel occlusion
- Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)
Does Dr. Waldau accept my insurance?
Dr. Waldau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3658 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waldau accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Waldau in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Waldau's office located?
What is Dr. Waldau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waldau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982879524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waldau
What is Dr. Ben Waldau's specialty?
Dr. Waldau is a Neurosurgeon near Chico, CA. 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. Waldau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ben Waldau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waldau is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center, Marshall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center 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 Ben Waldau accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ben Waldau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Waldau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waldau's office at (916) 734-3658 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Waldau?
Please contact Dr. Waldau's office at (916) 734-3658 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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