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Who is Dr. Whelan, Neurosurgeon in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Ros Whelan is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (313) 833-4490.
What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?
Dr. Whelan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whelan treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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:
- Obstructive hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Non-communicating hydrocephalus
- Blocked hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain cysts
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Macrocephaly
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Large head size
- Enlarged head
- Big head syndrome
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q753: Macrocephaly
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
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:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Brain Malformations
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
Also known as:
- Spinal Instability in Upper Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Occipito-atlanto-axial Instability
- Upper Cervical Instability
- Neck Joint Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M532X1: Spinal instabilities, occipito-atlanto-axial region
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skull Fracture
- Fractures
- Head Injuries
- Broken Skull
- Head Bone Fracture
- Cranial Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S020XXA: Fracture of vault of skull, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sacral Dimple
- Tailbone Disorder
- Pilonidal Dimple
- Coccyx Dimple
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q826: Congenital sacral dimple
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?
Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 833-4490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Whelan in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ASR Corporation
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Molina
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?
What is Dr. Whelan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811303787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whelan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whelan
What is Dr. Ros Whelan's specialty?
Dr. Whelan is a Neurosurgeon near Detroit, MI. 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. Whelan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ros Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whelan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Of Michigan - Main Campus. 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 Ros Whelan accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Ros Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ros Whelan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (313) 833-4490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ros Whelan?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (313) 833-4490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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