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Dr. Tarek Abuelem, MD

Little Rock, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abuelem, Neurosurgeon in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Tarek Abuelem, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abuelem is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abuelem’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abuelem’s office at (501) 552-6400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abuelem?

    Dr. Tarek Abuelem, 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. Abuelem empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Neurosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Little Rock/AR community, Dr. Abuelem is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Abuelem speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abuelem treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abuelem 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. Abuelem. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Compression
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Compressed Spinal Cord
    • Myelopathy from Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9520: Unspecified cord compression

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    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:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
    • Unusual Head Imaging
    • Atypical Skull Scan
    • Abnormal Brain Scan (general)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
    • Birth Defects
    • Cerebral Vascular Malformations
    • Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
    • Brain Blood Vessel Defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels

    Does Dr. Abuelem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abuelem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 552-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abuelem accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Abuelem in Little Rock, AR 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 Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medica Advantage

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Abuelem's office located?

    Dr. Tarek Abuelem's Primary Practice

    16221 Saint Vincent Way

    Little Rock, AR 72223

    (501) 552-6400

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    Dr. Tarek Abuelem's Practice 2

    6020 Warden Rd Ste 100

    Sherwood, AR 72120

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    Dr. Tarek Abuelem's Practice 3

    6325 Humphreys Blvd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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

    Dr. Abuelem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588984223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abuelem?

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

    What is Dr. Tarek Abuelem's specialty?

    Dr. Abuelem is a Neurosurgeon near Little Rock, AR. 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. Abuelem to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tarek Abuelem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abuelem is affiliated with CHI St. Vincent Infirmary which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Tarek Abuelem accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek Abuelem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarek Abuelem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abuelem's office at (501) 552-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tarek Abuelem?

    Please contact Dr. Abuelem's office at (501) 552-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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