Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Levy, Neurosurgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Levy, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Levy graduated from UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Levy is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levy’s office.
Where did Dr. Levy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery
Medical School: UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | University of Southern California | Childrens Hospital, Los Angeles | Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery | Professor of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Levy speak?
Dr. Levy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Levy typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Levy 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. Levy. 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:
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth
- Benign neoplasm
- Non-malignant tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D369: Benign neoplasm, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Congenital skull malformation
- Facial bone birth defect
- Head and face bone abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Gland Problems
- Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
- Endocrine Gland Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Levy typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Levy 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. Levy. 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:
- Skull Bone Tumor Removal
- Extensive Skull Reshaping for Craniosynostosis
- Skull Defect Repair
- Craniectomy for tumor
- Skull lesion excision
- Bone tumor removal from skull
- Cloverleaf Skull Repair
- Craniosynostosis Surgery
- Barrel-Stave Procedure (Skull)
- Cranioplasty
- Skull Reconstruction
- Head Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 61500: Craniectomy; With Excision Of Tumor Or Other Bone Lesion Of Skull
- 61559: Extensive craniectomy for multiple cranial suture craniosynostosis (eg, cloverleaf skull); recontouring with multiple osteotomies and bone autografts (eg, barrel-stave procedure) (includes obtaining grafts)
- 62141: Cranioplasty for skull defect; larger than 5 cm diameter
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:
- Skull Base Surgery (Craniofacial Approach)
- Repair of Brain Fluid Leak After Skull Base Surgery
- Skull Base Surgery (Anterior Cranial Fossa)
- Anterior Cranial Fossa Surgery
- Craniofacial Reconstruction
- Frontal Lobe Elevation Surgery
- Dural Repair
- CSF Leak Repair
- Skull Base Graft Surgery
- Craniofacial Approach
- Frontal Lobe Resection
- Anterior Skull Base Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61582: Craniofacial approach to anterior cranial fossa; extradural, including unilateral or bifrontal craniotomy, elevation of frontal lobe(s), osteotomy of base of anterior cranial fossa
- 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)
- 61583: Craniofacial approach to anterior cranial fossa; intradural, including unilateral or bifrontal craniotomy, elevation or resection of frontal lobe, osteotomy of base of anterior cranial fossa
Also known as:
- Burr Hole for Brain Device Placement
- Brain Cyst Removal Surgery
- Cranial burr hole
- Brain catheter insertion
- Cerebral monitoring device placement
- Craniectomy for Cyst
- Supratentorial Cyst Excision
- Brain Lesion Removal
- Craniotomy for Cyst
CPT Codes:
- 61210: Burr hole(s); for implanting ventricular catheter, reservoir, EEG electrode(s), pressure recording device, or other cerebral monitoring device (separate procedure)
- 61516: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Or Fenestration Of Cyst, Supratentorial
Does Dr. Levy accept my insurance?
Dr. Levy 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. Levy accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Levy in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Levy's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Michael Levy an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Levy has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Levy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Levy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Levy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164593927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Levy
What is Dr. Michael Levy's specialty?
Dr. Levy is a Neurosurgeon near San Diego, CA.
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. Michael Levy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Levy is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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 Michael Levy accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Levy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Levy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Levy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Levy?
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