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Dr. Philip Adelson, MD

Dr. Philip Adelson, MD

Phoenix, AZ

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    Who is Dr. Adelson, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Philip Adelson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Adelson graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Adelson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adelson’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adelson’s office at (602) 933-0975.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Adelson?

    Dr. Philip Adelson, 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. Adelson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brachial Plexus Injury, Brain Injury, Brain Tumors-Pediatric, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Spinal Cord Injury, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Adelson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Adelson board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Adelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Adelson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Adelson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Adelson 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. Adelson. 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:

    • Epilepsy
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Palsy
    • Arm Nerve Damage
    • Shoulder Nerve Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S143XXD: Injury of brachial plexus, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Disorder
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Shoulder Nerve Damage
    • Arm Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G540: Brachial plexus disorders

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Management
    • Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
    • Implantable Neurostimulator Care
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Injury from Birth
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Erb's palsy
    • Newborn arm nerve injury
    • Shoulder nerve damage from birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P143: Other brachial plexus birth injuries

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Does Dr. Adelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-0975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adelson accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Adelson in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Adelson's office located?

    Dr. Philip Adelson's Primary Practice

    1919 E Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85016

    (602) 933-0975

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    Dr. Philip Adelson's Practice 2

    3141 N 3rd Ave

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

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    Dr. Philip Adelson's Practice 3

    1 Medical Center Dr

    Morgantown, WV 26506

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

    Dr. Adelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942271317.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adelson?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Adelson's specialty?

    Dr. Adelson is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Adelson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Adelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Adelson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Phoenix Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Philip Adelson accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Adelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Adelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adelson's office at (602) 933-0975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Adelson?

    Please contact Dr. Adelson's office at (602) 933-0975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Adelson have?

    Dr. Philip Adelson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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