33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ciricillo, Neurosurgeon in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Samuel Ciricillo, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Ciricillo graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ciricillo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ciricillo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ciricillo’s office at (916) 454-6850.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ciricillo?
Dr. Samuel Ciricillo, 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. Ciricillo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Neurosurgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento/CA community, Dr. Ciricillo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ciricillo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ciricillo board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Ciricillo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ciricillo speak?
Dr. Ciricillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ciricillo treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ciricillo 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. Ciricillo. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
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
What procedures does Dr. Ciricillo perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ciricillo 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. Ciricillo. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
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)
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
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:
- Skull Bone Tumor Removal
- Craniectomy for tumor
- Skull lesion excision
- Bone tumor removal from skull
CPT Codes:
- 61500: Craniectomy; With Excision Of Tumor Or Other Bone Lesion Of Skull
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Ciricillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Ciricillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ciricillo accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ciricillo in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Bon Ton Department Stores
California Water Service Group
Centene
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ciricillo's office located?
Dr. Samuel Ciricillo's Primary Practice
2800 L St Ste 500
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 454-6850
What is Dr. Ciricillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ciricillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841305554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ciricillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ciricillo
What is Dr. Samuel Ciricillo's specialty?
Dr. Ciricillo is a Neurosurgeon near Sacramento, 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. Ciricillo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samuel Ciricillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ciricillo is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
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Is Samuel Ciricillo accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Ciricillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Ciricillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ciricillo's office at (916) 454-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Ciricillo?
Please contact Dr. Ciricillo's office at (916) 454-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Ciricillo have?
Dr. Samuel Ciricillo is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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