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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plonsker, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Jillian Plonsker, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Plonsker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plonsker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plonsker’s office at (847) 977-1334.
What languages does Dr. Plonsker speak?
Dr. Plonsker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Plonsker typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Plonsker 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. Plonsker. 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:
- Brain cysts
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth
- Benign neoplasm
- Non-malignant tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D369: Benign neoplasm, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
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:
- Other types of hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Various hydrocephalus conditions
- Atypical hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G918: Other hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Other Bone Disorder in Other Body Areas
- Bone Disease
- Uncommon bone conditions in other sites
- Rare bone diseases in other areas
- Specific bone problems elsewhere
ICD-10 Codes:
- M898X8: Other specified disorders of bone, other site
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Plonsker typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Plonsker 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. Plonsker. 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:
- 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:
- 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. Plonsker accept my insurance?
Dr. Plonsker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 977-1334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plonsker accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Plonsker in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Plonsker's office located?
Dr. Jillian Plonsker's Primary Practice
File Ste 57326
Los Angeles, CA 90074
(847) 977-1334
What is Dr. Plonsker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plonsker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427589001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plonsker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plonsker
What is Dr. Jillian Plonsker's specialty?
Dr. Plonsker is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Jillian Plonsker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plonsker is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont 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 Jillian Plonsker accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jillian Plonsker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jillian Plonsker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plonsker's office at (847) 977-1334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jillian Plonsker?
Please contact Dr. Plonsker's office at (847) 977-1334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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