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Dr. Swetha Sundar, MD

Neurosurgeon

Kalamazoo, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sundar, Neurosurgeon in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Swetha Sundar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sundar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sundar’s office at (269) 341-7500.

    What languages does Dr. Sundar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sundar typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sundar 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. Sundar. 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:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Syringomyelia
    • Syrinx
    • Spinal Cord Cyst
    • Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sundar typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sundar 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. Sundar. 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:

    • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
    • VP Shunt Surgery
    • Brain Shunt Placement
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus

    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. Sundar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sundar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 341-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sundar accept in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Sundar in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • DLP Marquette Holding Company

    • Federal government of the United States

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sundar's office located?

    Dr. Swetha Sundar's Primary Practice

    601 John St Ste M-124

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

    (269) 341-7500

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    Dr. Swetha Sundar's Practice 2

    35 Michigan St NE Ste 3003

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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

    Dr. Sundar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669834081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sundar?

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

    What is Dr. Swetha Sundar's specialty?

    Dr. Sundar is a Neurosurgeon near Kalamazoo, MI.

    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 Dr. Swetha Sundar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sundar is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek 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

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    Is Dr. Swetha Sundar accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Swetha Sundar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Swetha Sundar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sundar's office at (269) 341-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Swetha Sundar?

    Please contact Dr. Sundar's office at (269) 341-7500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sundar's office located?

    Dr. Sundar's offices are located in Kalamazoo, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.