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Dr. Joseph Cochran, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cochran, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Joseph Cochran, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cochran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cochran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cochran’s office at (713) 456-8080.

    What languages does Dr. Cochran speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan

    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

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Does Dr. Cochran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cochran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 456-8080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cochran accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Cochran in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Verda Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cochran's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Cochran's Primary Practice

    7777 Southwest Fwy Ste 840

    Houston, TX 77074

    (713) 456-8080

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    Dr. Joseph Cochran's Practice 2

    17520 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 450

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Joseph Cochran's Practice 3

    920 Frostwood Dr Fl 2

    Houston, TX 77024

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

    Dr. Cochran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205030129.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cochran?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Cochran's specialty?

    Dr. Cochran is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX.

    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 this Dr. Joseph Cochran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cochran is affiliated with Houston Physicians' Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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 Joseph Cochran accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Cochran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Cochran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (713) 456-8080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Cochran?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (713) 456-8080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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