Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ko, Neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Andrew Ko, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ko graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Ko is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ko’s office at (206) 598-3300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ko?
Dr. Andrew Ko, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ko empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Epilepsy/Movement Disorders, Functional Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Ko is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ko speak?
Dr. Ko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ko typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ko 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. Ko. 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:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ko typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ko 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. Ko. 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:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Nerve Pain Treatment (Neurolysis)
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Neurolytic Agent for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Foramen Ovale Neurolysis
CPT Codes:
- 64610: Destruction by neurolytic agent, trigeminal nerve; second and third division branches at foramen ovale under radiologic monitoring
Also known as:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Also known as:
- Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- VNS Implantation
- Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
- Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device
CPT Codes:
- 64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator
Does Dr. Ko accept my insurance?
Dr. Ko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ko accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ko in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ko's office located?
What is Dr. Ko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093817785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ko
What is Dr. Andrew Ko's specialty?
Dr. Ko is a Neurosurgeon near Seattle, WA.
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. Andrew Ko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ko is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center 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 Andrew Ko accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Ko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (206) 598-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Ko?
Please contact Dr. Ko's office at (206) 598-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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