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Dr. Joseph Voelker, MD

Dr. Joseph Voelker, MD

Morgantown, WV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Voelker, Neurosurgeon in Morgantown, WV?

    Dr. Joseph Voelker, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Voelker graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Voelker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Voelker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Voelker’s office at 304-598-6127.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Voelker?

    Dr. Joseph Voelker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Voelker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neurovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morgantown/WV community, Dr. Voelker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Voelker go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine | The University of Western Ontario - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

    Is Dr. Voelker board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Voelker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Voelker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Voelker treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Voelker 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. Voelker. 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:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Headache
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Unusual headache
    • Rare headache syndrome
    • Atypical headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4489: Other headache syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Gland Problems
    • Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
    • Endocrine Gland Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland

    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:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Does Dr. Voelker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Voelker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 304-598-6127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Voelker accept in Morgantown, WV?

    Dr. Voelker in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of West Virginia

    • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Voelker's office located?

    WVU Medicine

    WVU Medicine

    1 Medical Center Drive

    Morgantown, WV 26506

    304-598-6127

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

    Dr. Voelker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346340122.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Voelker?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Voelker's specialty?

    Dr. Voelker is a Neurosurgeon near Morgantown, WV. 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. Voelker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Voelker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Voelker is affiliated with WVU Medicine - J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Voelker accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Voelker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Voelker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Voelker's office at 304-598-6127 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Voelker?

    Please contact Dr. Voelker's office at 304-598-6127 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Voelker have?

    Dr. Joseph Voelker is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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