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Dr. Kristen Riley, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riley, Neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Kristen Riley, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Riley completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Riley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riley’s office at (205) 731-9050.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Riley?

    Dr. Kristen Riley, 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. Riley empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Endoscopic Surgery, Epilepsy, Pituitary Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham/AL community, Dr. Riley is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Riley board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Riley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Riley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Riley treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Riley 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. Riley. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
    • Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
    • Nervous System Neoplasm
    • Unspecified Gland Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system

    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:

    • Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
    • Pituitary Gland Disorder
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Gland Problems
    • Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
    • Endocrine Gland Disorders
    • Pituitary problems
    • Hypophysis disorder
    • Endocrine gland disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland
    • E237: Disorder of pituitary gland, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
    • Craniopharyngeal Duct Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
    • Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
    • Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
    • Craniopharyngeal duct tumor of uncertain nature
    • Craniopharyngeal duct lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate craniopharyngeal duct mass
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
    • D444: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of craniopharyngeal duct
    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    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:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    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:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
    • Brain Tumor
    • Temporal Lobe Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe

    Does Dr. Riley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 731-9050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riley accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Riley in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Riley's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Riley's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 731-9050

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    Dr. Kristen Riley's Practice 2

    400 E 10th St

    Anniston, AL 36207

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    Dr. Kristen Riley's Practice 3

    2000 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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

    Dr. Riley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598780777.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riley?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Riley's specialty?

    Dr. Riley is a Neurosurgeon near Birmingham, AL. 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. Riley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Riley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riley is affiliated with UAB 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 Kristen Riley accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Riley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Riley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riley's office at (205) 731-9050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Riley?

    Please contact Dr. Riley's office at (205) 731-9050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Riley have?

    Dr. Kristen Riley is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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