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Who is Dr. Malik, Neurosurgeon in Providence, RI?
Dr. Athar Malik, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Malik is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malik’s office at (401) 793-9166.
What languages does Dr. Malik speak?
Dr. Malik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Malik typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Malik 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. Malik. 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:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Malik typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Malik 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. Malik. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Brain Bleed Surgery
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
- Craniectomy for Hematoma
- Craniotomy for Hematoma
- Brain Hematoma Evacuation
- Blood Clot Removal from Brain
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
- 61312: Craniectomy Or Craniotomy For Evacuation Of Hematoma, Supratentorial; Extradural Or Subdural
Also known as:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
Also known as:
- Brain Biopsy with CT/MRI Guidance
- Stereotactic Brain Biopsy
- CT Guided Brain Biopsy
- MRI Guided Brain Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 61751: Stereotactic biopsy, aspiration, or excision, including burr hole(s), for intracranial lesion; with computed tomography and/or magnetic resonance guidance
Also known as:
- Deep Brain Stimulator Implant
- Neurostimulator Implantation
- Stereotactic Brain Surgery
- DBS Implant
- Brain Electrode Array Placement
CPT Codes:
- 61867: Twist drill, burr hole, craniotomy, or craniectomy with stereotactic implantation of neurostimulator electrode array in subcortical site (eg, thalamus, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus, periventricular, periaqueductal gray), with use of intraoperative microelectrode recording; first array
Also known as:
- Halo Brace Application (Head)
- Cranial halo fixation
- Head halo placement
- Neck and head stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 20661: Application of halo, including removal; cranial
Does Dr. Malik accept my insurance?
Dr. Malik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 793-9166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malik accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Malik in Providence, RI 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 Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Malik's office located?
What is Dr. Malik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982017208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malik
What is Dr. Athar Malik's specialty?
Dr. Malik is a Neurosurgeon near Providence, RI.
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. Athar Malik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malik is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam 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 Athar Malik accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
No, Dr. Athar Malik is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athar Malik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (401) 793-9166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athar Malik?
Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (401) 793-9166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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