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Dr. Peter Fecci, MD, PHD

Dr. Peter Fecci, MD, PHD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fecci, Neurosurgeon in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Peter Fecci, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fecci completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Fecci is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fecci’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fecci’s office at (888) 275-3853.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fecci?

    Dr. Peter Fecci, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fecci empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Astrocytoma, Brain Tumors, Brain Tumors-Metastatic, Glioblastoma, Gliomas, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Durham, NC community, Dr. Fecci is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Dana Farber Cancer Institute-Harvard University

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Fecci speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Fecci 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. Fecci. 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:

    • 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:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Fecci 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. Fecci. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Fecci accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fecci accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 275-3853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fecci accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Fecci in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Fecci's office located?

    Dr. Peter Fecci's Primary Practice

    20 Duke Medicine Cir

    Durham, NC 27710

    (888) 275-3853

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    Duke Eye Center

    2351 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311

    Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Regional Finalist British Marshall Scholarship

    State Finalist, Rhodes Scholarship

    Cornell University

    Merrill Presidential Scholar

    Nanaline H. Duke Scholar, Duke Univ. School of Med.

    Eugene A. Stead Scholar, Duke Univ. School of Med.

    NIH

    Medical Scientist Training Program Fellow

    Keynote Speaker, Society for Neuro-oncology

    Neurosurgery Award, Duke Univ. School of Med.

    Resident Teaching Award, Tufts Univ. School of Med.

    NIH

    LRP Grant Award

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

    Dr. Fecci's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245435858.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fecci?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Fecci's specialty?

    Dr. Fecci is a Neurosurgeon near Durham, NC.

    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. Peter Fecci affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fecci is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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 Peter Fecci accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Fecci is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Fecci offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fecci's office at (888) 275-3853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Fecci?

    Please contact Dr. Fecci's office at (888) 275-3853 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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