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Who is Dr. Catapano, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Joshua Catapano, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Catapano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Catapano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Catapano’s office at (602) 406-3181.
What languages does Dr. Catapano speak?
Dr. Catapano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Catapano typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Catapano 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. Catapano. 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:
- Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Artery Bulge
- Blood Vessel Widening
- Vascular Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Artery Narrowing
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Artery Stenosis
- Blocked Brain Arteries
- Brain Blood Vessel Narrowing
- Cerebral Occlusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6602: Occlusion and stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Catapano typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Catapano 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. Catapano. 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:
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
- Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
- Subclavian Artery Catheterization
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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
- 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, 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
Also known as:
- Selective Brain Artery Catheterization with Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Intracranial Catheter Placement
- Brain Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 36228: Selective catheter placement, each intracranial branch of the internal carotid or vertebral arteries, unilateral, with angiography of the selected vessel circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (eg, middle cerebral artery, posterior inferior cerebellar artery) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
- Neurovascular embolization
- Intracranial vessel occlusion
- Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)
Does Dr. Catapano accept my insurance?
Dr. Catapano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-3181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Catapano accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Catapano in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Catapano's office located?
Dr. Joshua Catapano's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(602) 406-3181
What is Dr. Catapano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Catapano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366897530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Catapano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Catapano
What is Dr. Joshua Catapano's specialty?
Dr. Catapano is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, 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 this Dr. Joshua Catapano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Catapano is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Flagstaff Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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
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Is Joshua Catapano accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Catapano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Catapano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Catapano's office at (602) 406-3181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Catapano?
Please contact Dr. Catapano's office at (602) 406-3181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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