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Dr. Omar Qahwash, DO

Dr. Omar Qahwash, DO

Neurosurgeon

East Lansing, MI

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Qahwash, Neurosurgeon in East Lansing, MI?

    Dr. Omar Qahwash, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in East Lansing, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Qahwash graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Qahwash is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qahwash’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qahwash’s office at (517) 827-1800.

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

    • Fellowship: Providence Hospital, University of Illinois Medical Center

    • Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Qahwash board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Omar Qahwash, DO is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Qahwash speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Qahwash 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. Qahwash. 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Qahwash 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. Qahwash. 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Intracranial Thrombectomy (Stroke Treatment)
    • Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke
    • Brain Clot Removal (Percutaneous)
    • Intracranial Thrombolysis
    • Endovascular Stroke Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61645: Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s)

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Treatment for Spinal Fracture
    • Vertebral Fracture Treatment
    • Spine Fracture Bracing
    • Back Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Spinal Fracture Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 22310: Closed treatment of vertebral body fracture(s), without manipulation, requiring and including casting or bracing

    Does Dr. Qahwash accept my insurance?

    Dr. Qahwash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 827-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Qahwash accept in East Lansing, MI?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers Life

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Qahwash's office located?

    Dr. Omar Qahwash's Primary Practice

    1575 Ramblewood Dr Ste 200

    East Lansing, MI 48823

    (517) 827-1800

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    Dr. Omar Qahwash's Practice 2

    1200 E Michigan Ave Ste 340

    Lansing, MI 48912

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Osteopathic Association

    DO Member

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

    Dr. Qahwash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669649406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qahwash?

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

    What is Dr. Omar Qahwash's specialty?

    Dr. Qahwash is a Neurosurgeon near East Lansing, 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. Omar Qahwash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Qahwash is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Mclaren Greater Lansing, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Oakland 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. Omar Qahwash accepting new patients in East Lansing, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Omar Qahwash is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Omar Qahwash offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Qahwash's office at (517) 827-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Omar Qahwash?

    Please contact Dr. Qahwash's office at (517) 827-1800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Qahwash's office located?

    Dr. Qahwash's offices are located in East Lansing, MI and Lansing, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Qahwash have?

    Dr. Omar Qahwash is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.