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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fomchenko, Neurosurgeon in Erie, PA?
Dr. Elena Fomchenko, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fomchenko is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fomchenko’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fomchenko’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Fomchenko speak?
Dr. Fomchenko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Fomchenko treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Fomchenko 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. Fomchenko. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Does Dr. Fomchenko accept my insurance?
Dr. Fomchenko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fomchenko accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Fomchenko in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gateway Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Fomchenko's office located?
What is Dr. Fomchenko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fomchenko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336584259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fomchenko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fomchenko
What is Dr. Elena Fomchenko's specialty?
Dr. Fomchenko is a Neurosurgeon near Erie, 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. Fomchenko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elena Fomchenko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fomchenko is affiliated with Ahn Allegheny General 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 Elena Fomchenko accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Elena Fomchenko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Fomchenko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fomchenko's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Fomchenko?
Please contact Dr. Fomchenko's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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