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Dr. Neelan Marianayagam, MD, PHD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Marianayagam, Neurosurgeon in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Neelan Marianayagam, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Marianayagam is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marianayagam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marianayagam’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Marianayagam speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Marianayagam 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. Marianayagam. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Does Dr. Marianayagam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Marianayagam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Marianayagam accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Marianayagam in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Marianayagam's office located?

    Dr. Neelan Marianayagam's Primary Practice

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Neelan Marianayagam's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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

    Dr. Marianayagam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932547247.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marianayagam?

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

    What is Dr. Neelan Marianayagam's specialty?

    Dr. Marianayagam is a Neurosurgeon near San Jose, CA.

    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. Neelan Marianayagam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Marianayagam is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Neelan Marianayagam accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Neelan Marianayagam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neelan Marianayagam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Marianayagam's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neelan Marianayagam?

    Please contact Dr. Marianayagam's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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