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Dr. Hal Meltzer, MD

Dr. Hal Meltzer, MD

Morgantown, WV

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Meltzer, Neurosurgeon in Morgantown, WV?

    Dr. Hal Meltzer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Meltzer graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Meltzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meltzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meltzer’s office at (855) 988-2273.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Meltzer?

    Dr. Hal Meltzer, 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. Meltzer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morgantown/WV community, Dr. Meltzer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Meltzer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Ca San Diego Med Center

    • Medical School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Associate Professor of Surgery

    Is Dr. Meltzer board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Hal Meltzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Meltzer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Meltzer treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Meltzer 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. Meltzer. 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:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniosynostosis
    • Macrocephaly
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape
    • Craniostenosis
    • Premature skull fusion
    • Fused skull bones in infants
    • Skull deformity at birth
    • Large head size
    • Enlarged head
    • Big head syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly
    • Q750: Craniosynostosis
    • Q753: Macrocephaly

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Other types of hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles
    • Various hydrocephalus conditions
    • Atypical hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
    • G918: Other hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Skull Deformity at Birth
    • Facial Bone Malformation
    • Congenital Head Deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q758: Other specified congenital malformations of skull and face bones

    Also known as:

    • Craniosynostosis
    • Metopic Craniosynostosis
    • Sagittal Craniosynostosis
    • Skull fusion
    • Premature skull suture closure
    • Abnormal head shape
    • Metopic synostosis
    • Trigonocephaly
    • Forehead ridge
    • Premature sagittal suture fusion
    • Scaphocephaly
    • Sagittal skull fusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q75009: Craniosynostosis, unspecified
    • Q7503: Metopic craniosynostosis
    • Q7501: Sagittal craniosynostosis

    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:

    • Spina Bifida
    • Open Spine
    • Neural Tube Defect
    • Spinal Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    Also known as:

    • Sacral Dimple
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Pilonidal Dimple
    • Coccyx Dimple

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q826: Congenital sacral dimple

    Also known as:

    • Lipoma in Other Body Areas
    • Benign Tumor
    • Fatty tumor in various sites
    • Benign fatty growth
    • Lipoma in unusual locations
    • Fatty lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1779: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Wry Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Torticollis
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Twisted Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M436: Torticollis

    Does Dr. Meltzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meltzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 988-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Meltzer accept in Morgantown, WV?

    Dr. Meltzer in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Meltzer's office located?

    Dr. Hal Meltzer's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Center Dr

    Morgantown, WV 26506

    (855) 988-2273

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    Dr. Hal Meltzer's Practice 2

    8010 Frost St Ste 502

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-8574

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

    Dr. Meltzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588735344.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meltzer?

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

    What is Dr. Hal Meltzer's specialty?

    Dr. Meltzer is a Neurosurgeon near Morgantown, WV. 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. Meltzer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hal Meltzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Meltzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Hal Meltzer accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?

    Yes, Dr. Hal Meltzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hal Meltzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meltzer's office at (855) 988-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hal Meltzer?

    Please contact Dr. Meltzer's office at (855) 988-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hal Meltzer have?

    Dr. Hal Meltzer is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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