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Dr. Michael Ayad, MD, PHD

Dr. Michael Ayad, MD, PHD

BROOKLYN, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ayad, Neurosurgeon in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Dr. Michael Ayad is the Director of Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He is board-certified in neurosurgery and holds two U.S. patents for neurosurgical devices used in the operating room. Areas of expertise include intracranial aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, carotid artery disease, Moyamoya disease, intracerebral hemorrhage, spinal vascular disorders and other types of cerebrovascular disease. He also has expertise in endovascular treatment of acute stroke.For more information, visit Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine

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

    • Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    What languages does Dr. Ayad speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ayad treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ayad 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. Ayad. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Mini-Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • TIA
    • Warning Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Circulatory System Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Past Heart Condition
    • Previous Cardiovascular Disease
    • History of Blood Vessel Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8679: Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Ayad perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ayad 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. Ayad. 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:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
    • Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
    • Subclavian Artery Catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Does Dr. Ayad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ayad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ayad accept in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Dr. Ayad in BROOKLYN, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • Express Scripts

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Ayad's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    769 54th Street

    BROOKLYN, NY 11220

    (917) 300-0553

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Ayad?

    Dr. Ayad has appointments available at his BROOKLYN, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Ayad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467549584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayad?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Ayad's specialty?

    Dr. Ayad is a Neurosurgeon near BROOKLYN, NY. 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. Ayad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Ayad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ayad is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell 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

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    Is Michael Ayad accepting new patients in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Ayad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Ayad offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ayad, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Ayad?

    Please contact Dr. Ayad's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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