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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lam, Neurosurgeon in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Cornelius Lam, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Lam completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery. Dr. Lam is fluent in English, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lam’s office at (612) 273-8383.
Where did Dr. Lam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co
Is Dr. Lam board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Cornelius Lam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lam speak?
Dr. Lam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Lam treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lam 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. Lam. 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:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Benign Nerve System Tumor
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous nerve growth
- Benign peripheral nerve neoplasm
- Benign autonomic nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3610: Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Does Dr. Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lam accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Lam in Minneapolis, MN 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Genesis Health System
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
State of Minnesota
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lam's office located?
Dr. Cornelius Lam's Primary Practice
420 Delaware St SE # 96
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(612) 273-8383
What is Dr. Lam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871695098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lam
What is Dr. Cornelius Lam's specialty?
Dr. Lam is a Neurosurgeon near Minneapolis, MN. 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. Lam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cornelius Lam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lam is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Cornelius Lam accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Cornelius Lam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cornelius Lam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (612) 273-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cornelius Lam?
Please contact Dr. Lam's office at (612) 273-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cornelius Lam have?
Dr. Cornelius Lam is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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