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Who is Dr. Rangwala, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shivani Rangwala, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Rangwala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rangwala’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Rangwala speak?
Dr. Rangwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Rangwala typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rangwala 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. Rangwala. 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:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
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:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Macrocephaly
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Large head size
- Enlarged head
- Big head syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q753: Macrocephaly
Does Dr. Rangwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Rangwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rangwala accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rangwala in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rangwala's office located?
What is Dr. Rangwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rangwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457882482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rangwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rangwala
What is Dr. Shivani Rangwala's specialty?
Dr. Rangwala is a Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA.
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. Shivani Rangwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rangwala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital, Franciscan Childrens. 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
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Is Shivani Rangwala accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Shivani Rangwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shivani Rangwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rangwala's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shivani Rangwala?
Please contact Dr. Rangwala's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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