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Dr. Victor Udekwu, MD

Neurosurgeon

Cranberry Township, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Udekwu, Neurosurgeon in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Dr. Victor Udekwu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cranberry Township, PA. Dr. Udekwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Udekwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Udekwu’s office at (315) 792-7629.

    What languages does Dr. Udekwu speak?

    Dr. Udekwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Udekwu typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Udekwu 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. Udekwu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Does Dr. Udekwu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Udekwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 792-7629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Udekwu accept in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Dr. Udekwu in Cranberry Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Udekwu's office located?

    Dr. Victor Udekwu's Primary Practice

    2000 Westinghouse Dr Ste 200

    Cranberry Township, PA 16066

    (315) 792-7629

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    What is Dr. Udekwu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Udekwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043541956.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Udekwu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Udekwu

    What is Dr. Victor Udekwu's specialty?

    Dr. Udekwu is a Neurosurgeon near Cranberry Township, PA.

    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 Dr. Victor Udekwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Udekwu is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Olean General 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Victor Udekwu accepting new patients in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Udekwu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Udekwu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Udekwu's office at (315) 792-7629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Victor Udekwu?

    Please contact Dr. Udekwu's office at (315) 792-7629 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Udekwu's office located?

    Dr. Udekwu's office is located in Cranberry Township, PA.