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Who is Dr. Auguste, Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kurtis Auguste, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Auguste graduated from University of California. Dr. Auguste is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auguste’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auguste’s office at (415) 476-3581.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Auguste?
Dr. Kurtis Auguste, MD 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. Auguste empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Hydrocephalus, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Spasticity Management, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Auguste is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Auguste go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada, Neurosurgery
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Auguste speak?
Dr. Auguste and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Auguste treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Auguste 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. Auguste. 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:
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Macrocephaly
- Craniosynostosis
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
- Large head size
- Enlarged head
- Big head syndrome
- Craniostenosis
- Premature skull fusion
- Fused skull bones in infants
- Skull deformity at birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
- Q753: Macrocephaly
- Q750: Craniosynostosis
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Congenital skull malformation
- Facial bone birth defect
- Head and face bone abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
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
Does Dr. Auguste accept my insurance?
Dr. Auguste accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-3581 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Auguste accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Auguste in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Community Health Network
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Auguste's office located?
What is Dr. Auguste's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Auguste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942463682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auguste?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Auguste
What is Dr. Kurtis Auguste's specialty?
Dr. Auguste is a Neurosurgeon near San Francisco, 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. Auguste to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kurtis Auguste affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Auguste is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Kurtis Auguste accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kurtis Auguste is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurtis Auguste offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Auguste's office at (415) 476-3581 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurtis Auguste?
Please contact Dr. Auguste's office at (415) 476-3581 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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