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Who is Dr. Viswanathan, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Viswanathan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Viswanathan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Viswanathan’s office at (713) 213-8181.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Viswanathan?
Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan, 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. Viswanathan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Functional Neurosurgery, Spinal Cord Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Viswanathan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Viswanathan speak?
Dr. Viswanathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Viswanathan treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Viswanathan 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. Viswanathan. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Infusion Pump Management
- Pump Adjustment
- Infusion Device Care
- Drug Delivery Pump Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump
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. Viswanathan perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Viswanathan 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. Viswanathan. 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:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
Also known as:
- Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
- Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
- Spinal Drug Delivery System
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Does Dr. Viswanathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Viswanathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 213-8181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Viswanathan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Viswanathan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Humana
Integranet Health
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Viswanathan's office located?
Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 213-8181
What is Dr. Viswanathan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Viswanathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699917047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Viswanathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Viswanathan
What is Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan's specialty?
Dr. Viswanathan is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Viswanathan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Viswanathan is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer 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 Ashwin Viswanathan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Viswanathan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Viswanathan's office at (713) 213-8181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Viswanathan?
Please contact Dr. Viswanathan's office at (713) 213-8181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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