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Dr. Ellina Hattar, MD

Neurosurgeon

Phila, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hattar, Neurosurgeon in Phila, PA?

    Dr. Ellina Hattar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phila, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hattar is fluent in English, French, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hattar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hattar’s office at (201) 749-9056.

    What languages does Dr. Hattar speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Russian
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hattar 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. Hattar. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Hattar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hattar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 749-9056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hattar accept in Phila, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Independent Health Association

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hattar's office located?

    Dr. Ellina Hattar's Primary Practice

    5401 Old York Rd Ste 400

    Phila, PA 19141

    (201) 749-9056

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    Dr. Ellina Hattar's Practice 2

    111 S 11th St

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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    Dr. Ellina Hattar's Practice 3

    1 Medical Center Blvd

    Chester, PA 19013

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

    Dr. Hattar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225483894.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hattar?

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

    What is Dr. Ellina Hattar's specialty?

    Dr. Hattar is a Neurosurgeon near Phila, PA.

    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. Ellina Hattar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hattar is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, Jefferson Bucks 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Ellina Hattar accepting new patients in Phila, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ellina Hattar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellina Hattar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hattar's office at (201) 749-9056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ellina Hattar?

    Please contact Dr. Hattar's office at (201) 749-9056 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hattar's office located?

    Dr. Hattar's offices are located in Phila, PA, Philadelphia, PA, and Chester, PA.