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Who is Dr. Agarwalla, Neurosurgeon in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Pankaj Agarwalla, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Agarwalla graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Agarwalla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agarwalla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agarwalla’s office at (973) 972-2323.
Where did Dr. Agarwalla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Agarwalla speak?
Dr. Agarwalla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Agarwalla typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Agarwalla 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. Agarwalla. 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:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
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:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Agarwalla typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Agarwalla 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. Agarwalla. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
- 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)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Repair of Brain Fluid Leak After Skull Base Surgery
- Dural Repair
- CSF Leak Repair
- Skull Base Graft Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61618: Secondary repair of dura for cerebrospinal fluid leak, anterior, middle or posterior cranial fossa following surgery of the skull base; by free tissue graft (eg, pericranium, fascia, tensor fascia lata, adipose tissue, homologous or synthetic grafts)
Also known as:
- Skull Defect Repair
- Cranioplasty
- Skull Reconstruction
- Head Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 62141: Cranioplasty for skull defect; larger than 5 cm diameter
Also known as:
- Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
- Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
- Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Back Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Agarwalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Agarwalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agarwalla accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Agarwalla in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Agarwalla's office located?
What is Dr. Agarwalla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agarwalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386965523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agarwalla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agarwalla
What is Dr. Pankaj Agarwalla's specialty?
Dr. Agarwalla is a Neurosurgeon near Newark, NJ.
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 this Dr. Pankaj Agarwalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agarwalla is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical 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 Pankaj Agarwalla accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Agarwalla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pankaj Agarwalla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agarwalla's office at (973) 972-2323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pankaj Agarwalla?
Please contact Dr. Agarwalla's office at (973) 972-2323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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