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Dr. Frank Attenello, MD

Los Angeles, CA

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    Who is Dr. Attenello, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Frank Attenello, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Attenello graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Attenello is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Attenello’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Attenello’s office at (800) 872-2273.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Attenello?

    Dr. Frank Attenello, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Attenello empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors-Metastatic, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Attenello is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Attenello speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Attenello treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Attenello 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. Attenello. 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:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    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:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Does Dr. Attenello accept my insurance?

    Dr. Attenello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 872-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Attenello accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Attenello in Los Angeles, 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

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Attenello's office located?

    Dr. Frank Attenello's Primary Practice

    1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (800) 872-2273

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    Dr. Frank Attenello's Practice 2

    1225 Wilshire Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90017

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    Dr. Frank Attenello's Practice 3

    1751 Foothill Blvd Ste 2

    La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

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

    Dr. Attenello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386818227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Attenello?

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

    What is Dr. Frank Attenello's specialty?

    Dr. Attenello is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, 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. Attenello to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frank Attenello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Attenello is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Frank Attenello accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Frank Attenello is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frank Attenello offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Attenello's office at (800) 872-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Frank Attenello?

    Please contact Dr. Attenello's office at (800) 872-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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