Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vadivelu, Neurosurgeon in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Vadivelu graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Vadivelu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vadivelu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vadivelu’s office at (513) 636-5333.
Where did Dr. Vadivelu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Interventional Neuroradiology, Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, Manhasset, NY Cerebrovascular Surgery, Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine, Manhasset, NY Pediatric Neurosurgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine, Ho
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Vadivelu speak?
Dr. Vadivelu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vadivelu treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vadivelu 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. Vadivelu. 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
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Cerebral Vascular Malformations
- Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
- Brain Blood Vessel Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
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:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
What procedures does Dr. Vadivelu perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vadivelu 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. Vadivelu. 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
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid 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
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Temporary Balloon Block of Head/Neck Artery
- Endovascular Balloon Occlusion
- Arterial Balloon Embolization
- Head/Neck Artery Block
CPT Codes:
- 61623: Endovascular temporary balloon arterial occlusion, head or neck (extracranial/intracranial) including selective catheterization of vessel to be occluded, positioning and inflation of occlusion balloon, concomitant neurological monitoring, and radiologic supervision and interpretation of all angiography required for balloon occlusion and to exclude vascular injury post occlusion
Also known as:
- Targeted Drug Delivery to Brain Blood Vessels
- Intracranial Drug Infusion
- Endovascular Brain Therapy
- Cerebral Arterial Infusion
- Brain Catheter Drug Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 61650: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; initial vascular territory
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
Does Dr. Vadivelu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vadivelu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-5333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vadivelu accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Vadivelu in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
State of Kentucky
State of Ohio
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Where is Dr. Vadivelu's office located?
Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu's Primary Practice
3333 Burnet Ave # 2016
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 636-5333
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Osteopathic Association, DO
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What is Dr. Vadivelu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vadivelu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265588925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vadivelu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vadivelu
What is Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu's specialty?
Dr. Vadivelu is a Neurosurgeon near Cincinnati, OH. 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. Vadivelu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vadivelu is affiliated with Kettering Health Hamilton, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, UC 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 Sudhakar Vadivelu accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sudhakar Vadivelu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vadivelu's office at (513) 636-5333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sudhakar Vadivelu?
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