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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cook, Neurosurgeon in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. James Cook is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pocatello, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cook is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cook’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cook’s office at (208) 227-1100.
What languages does Dr. Cook speak?
Dr. Cook and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Cook typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cook 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. Cook. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Cook accept my insurance?
Dr. Cook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 227-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cook accept in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. Cook in Pocatello, ID 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 of Idaho Health Service
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cook's office located?
Dr. James Cook's Primary Practice
1595 Yellowstone Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201
(208) 227-1100
What is Dr. Cook's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497838478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cook?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cook
What is Dr. James Cook's specialty?
Dr. Cook is a Neurosurgeon near Pocatello, ID.
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. James Cook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cook is affiliated with Bingham Memorial Hospital, Mountain View Hospital - Idaho Falls, Id, St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center 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 James Cook accepting new patients in Pocatello, ID?
Yes, Dr. James Cook is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Cook offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (208) 227-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Cook?
Please contact Dr. Cook's office at (208) 227-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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