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Dr. Nduka Amankulor, MD

Dr. Nduka Amankulor, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amankulor, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Nduka Amankulor, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Amankulor completed his residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Amankulor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amankulor’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amankulor’s office at (215) 662-4000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Amankulor?

    Dr. Nduka Amankulor, 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. Amankulor empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Neuro-Oncology, Spinal Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Amankulor is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY

    • Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Amankulor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amankulor treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Amankulor 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. Amankulor. 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 Tumor
    • Brain Tumor Affecting Multiple Areas
    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor
    • Widespread Brain Cancer
    • Multifocal Brain Tumor
    • Diffuse Brain Neoplasm
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
    • Temporal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C718: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of brain
    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
    • C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe

    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:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    What procedures does Dr. Amankulor perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Amankulor 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. Amankulor. 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:

    • Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
    • Stereotactic Neurosurgery
    • Image-Guided Brain Surgery
    • Cranial Navigational Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
    • Craniotomy for Tumor
    • Brain Surgery for Tumor
    • Brain Tumor Excision
    • Craniectomy for Tumor

    CPT Codes:

    • 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy
    • Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
    • 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Headframe Placement
    • Radiosurgery Headframe
    • Stereotactic Frame Application
    • Head Immobilization for Radiosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61800: Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
    • VP Shunt Surgery
    • Brain Shunt Placement
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus

    Does Dr. Amankulor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amankulor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amankulor accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Amankulor in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amankulor's office located?

    Dr. Nduka Amankulor's Primary Practice

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 2

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 662-4000

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    Dr. Nduka Amankulor's Practice 2

    2102 Harrisburg Pike

    Lancaster, PA 17601

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    Dr. Nduka Amankulor's Practice 3

    3737 Market St Fl 8

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 662-3487

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

    Dr. Amankulor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033386792.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amankulor?

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

    What is Dr. Nduka Amankulor's specialty?

    Dr. Amankulor is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Amankulor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nduka Amankulor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amankulor is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Nduka Amankulor accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Nduka Amankulor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nduka Amankulor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amankulor's office at (215) 662-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nduka Amankulor?

    Please contact Dr. Amankulor's office at (215) 662-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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