22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kasper, Neurosurgeon in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Ekkehard Kasper, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Brighton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Kasper graduated from Albert-Ludwigs-Universitaet Freiburg and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital Program. Dr. Kasper is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kasper’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kasper’s office at (617) 732-5500.
Where did Dr. Kasper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Albert Ludwigs University | Albert-Ludwigs-Universitaet Freiburg | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
What languages does Dr. Kasper speak?
Dr. Kasper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kasper typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kasper 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. Kasper. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Does Dr. Kasper accept my insurance?
Dr. Kasper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kasper accept in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Kasper in Brighton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kasper's office located?
Dr. Ekkehard Kasper's Primary Practice
736 Cambridge St
Brighton, MA 02135
(617) 732-5500
What is Dr. Kasper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kasper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053354852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kasper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kasper
What is Dr. Ekkehard Kasper's specialty?
Dr. Kasper is a Neurosurgeon near Brighton, MA.
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. Ekkehard Kasper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kasper is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Emerson Health 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ekkehard Kasper accepting new patients in Brighton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ekkehard Kasper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ekkehard Kasper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kasper's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ekkehard Kasper?
Please contact Dr. Kasper's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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