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Who is Dr. Hayden, Neurosurgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Melanie Hayden, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hayden graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Stanford University Program. Dr. Hayden is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hayden’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayden’s office at (650) 723-5575.
Where did Dr. Hayden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Program
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Hayden speak?
Dr. Hayden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hayden treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hayden 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. Hayden. 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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
What procedures does Dr. Hayden perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Hayden 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. Hayden. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Spinal Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Spinal Lesion
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Spine Radiation
- Spinal Lesion Radiation Treatment
- Gamma Knife for Spine
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
- Spinal Radiation Therapy
- Spinal Lesion Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63620: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 spinal lesion
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
- 63621: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional spinal lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ventricular Puncture
- Brain fluid drainage
- Ventricular tap
- Cerebral ventricle access
CPT Codes:
- 61020: Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole, fontanelle, suture, or implanted ventricular catheter/reservoir; without injection
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
- CSF Shunt Adjustment
- Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
- Brain Shunt Reprogramming
CPT Codes:
- 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt
Does Dr. Hayden accept my insurance?
Dr. Hayden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-5575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hayden accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Hayden in Stanford, CA 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 Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hayden's office located?
What is Dr. Hayden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hayden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518125210.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hayden
What is Dr. Melanie Hayden's specialty?
Dr. Hayden is a Neurosurgeon near Stanford, CA. 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. Hayden to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melanie Hayden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hayden is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula 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 Melanie Hayden accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Hayden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Hayden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hayden's office at (650) 723-5575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Hayden?
Please contact Dr. Hayden's office at (650) 723-5575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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