Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vorster, Neurosurgeon in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Sarel Vorster, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vorster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vorster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vorster’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vorster speak?
Dr. Vorster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Vorster typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vorster 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. Vorster. 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:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- Chiari Malformation
- Arnold-Chiari Malformation
- Cerebellar Tonsillar Ectopia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q0700: Arnold-Chiari syndrome without spina bifida or hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Vorster typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vorster 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. Vorster. 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:
- CSF Shunt Revision (Brain Shunt Repair)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunt Replacement
- Brain Shunt Revision
- Hydrocephalus Shunt Repair
CPT Codes:
- 62230: Replacement or revision of cerebrospinal fluid shunt, obstructed valve, or distal catheter in shunt system
Does Dr. Vorster accept my insurance?
Dr. Vorster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vorster accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Vorster in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vorster's office located?
What is Dr. Vorster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vorster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679866081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vorster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vorster
What is Dr. Sarel Vorster's specialty?
Dr. Vorster is a Neurosurgeon near Cleveland, OH.
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. Sarel Vorster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vorster is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Uc Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran 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
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Is Sarel Vorster accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sarel Vorster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarel Vorster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vorster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarel Vorster?
Please contact Dr. Vorster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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