WZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhu, Neurosurgeon in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Wylie Zhu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Zhu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhu’s office at (757) 252-9140.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zhu?
Dr. Wylie Zhu, 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. Zhu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury, Pituitary Tumors, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Norfolk/VA community, Dr. Zhu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Zhu board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Wylie Zhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zhu speak?
Dr. Zhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Zhu treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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 Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Compressed Spinal Cord
- Myelopathy from Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9520: Unspecified cord compression
Also known as:
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CES', 'Horse's tail syndrome
- Spinal nerve compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- G834: Cauda equina syndrome
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Does Dr. Zhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 252-9140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhu accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Zhu in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zhu's office located?
Dr. Wylie Zhu's Primary Practice
6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 252-9140
What is Dr. Zhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083692917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhu
What is Dr. Wylie Zhu's specialty?
Dr. Zhu is a Neurosurgeon near Norfolk, VA. 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. Zhu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wylie Zhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhu is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General 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 Wylie Zhu accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Wylie Zhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wylie Zhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (757) 252-9140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wylie Zhu?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (757) 252-9140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wylie Zhu have?
Dr. Wylie Zhu is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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