19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rhiew, Neurosurgeon in Westlake, OH?
Dr. Richard Rhiew, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Westlake, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Rhiew completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rhiew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhiew’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhiew’s office at (440) 331-5872.
Where did Dr. Rhiew go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rhiew speak?
Dr. Rhiew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Rhiew typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rhiew 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. Rhiew. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Rhiew typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rhiew 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. Rhiew. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Rhiew accept my insurance?
Dr. Rhiew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 331-5872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rhiew accept in Westlake, OH?
Dr. Rhiew in Westlake, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rhiew's office located?
Dr. Richard Rhiew's Primary Practice
25200 Center Ridge Rd Ste 1100
Westlake, OH 44145
(440) 331-5872
What is Dr. Rhiew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rhiew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518187384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhiew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rhiew
What is Dr. Richard Rhiew's specialty?
Dr. Rhiew is a Neurosurgeon near Westlake, OH.
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. Richard Rhiew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rhiew is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Uh Parma Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital 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 Richard Rhiew accepting new patients in Westlake, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rhiew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Rhiew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rhiew's office at (440) 331-5872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Rhiew?
Please contact Dr. Rhiew's office at (440) 331-5872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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