36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellenbogen, Neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ellenbogen completed his residency at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Ellenbogen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellenbogen’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellenbogen’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ellenbogen?
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen 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. Ellenbogen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Cerebrovascular Disease, Chiari Malformations, Congenital Nervous System Malformations, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Ellenbogen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ellenbogen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harvard Medical School
Is Dr. Ellenbogen board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery since 1992
What languages does Dr. Ellenbogen speak?
Dr. Ellenbogen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ellenbogen treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ellenbogen 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. Ellenbogen. 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:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain cysts
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- Sagittal Craniosynostosis
- Metopic Craniosynostosis
- Multi-Suture Craniosynostosis
- Premature sagittal suture fusion
- Scaphocephaly
- Sagittal skull fusion
- Metopic synostosis
- Trigonocephaly
- Forehead ridge
- Complex craniosynostosis
- Multiple skull suture fusion
- Syndromic craniosynostosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7501: Sagittal craniosynostosis
- Q7503: Metopic craniosynostosis
- Q75058: Other multi-suture craniosynostosis
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Brain Malformations
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Obstructive hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
- Non-communicating hydrocephalus
- Blocked hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
- G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Craniosynostosis
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Craniostenosis
- Premature skull fusion
- Fused skull bones in infants
- Skull deformity at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q750: Craniosynostosis
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
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:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Chiari Malformation
- Arnold-Chiari Malformation
- Cerebellar Tonsillar Ectopia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q0700: Arnold-Chiari syndrome without spina bifida or hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
- Nervous System Neoplasm
- Unspecified Gland Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system
Does Dr. Ellenbogen accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellenbogen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellenbogen accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ellenbogen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Alaska
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ellenbogen's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Ellenbogen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellenbogen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679659478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellenbogen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellenbogen
What is Dr. Richard Ellenbogen's specialty?
Dr. Ellenbogen is a Neurosurgeon near Seattle, WA. 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. Ellenbogen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Ellenbogen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellenbogen is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake 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 Richard Ellenbogen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Ellenbogen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellenbogen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Ellenbogen?
Please contact Dr. Ellenbogen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ellenbogen have?
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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