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Dr. Richard Anderson, MD

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Dr. Richard Anderson, MD

Ridgewood, NJ

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anderson, Neurosurgeon in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Anderson specializes in Pediatric Neurological Surgery, with a special focus on Spinal Surgery-Pediatric, Brain & Spinal Tumors-Pediatric and Craniofacial Surgery. He practices primarily in Ridgewood, NJ, and is affiliated with The Valley Hospital. Dr. Anderson graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1997, and completed his training at Columbia Neuro Inst and Univ Utah Hlth Care. He is board certified in Pediatric Neurological Surgery and Neurological Surgery.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Anderson?

    Dr. Richard Anderson, 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. Anderson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Tumors-Pediatric, Craniofacial Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Surgery-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ridgewood/NJ community, Dr. Anderson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Anderson board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Anderson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:

    • Craniosynostosis
    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Craniostenosis
    • Premature skull fusion
    • Fused skull bones in infants
    • Skull deformity at birth
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q750: Craniosynostosis
    • Q673: Plagiocephaly

    Also known as:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Lower Back
    • Idiopathic Scoliosis of the Lower Back
    • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Lumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Lower Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Lumbar Scoliosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Curve
    • Idiopathic Lumbar Curve
    • Teenage Scoliosis
    • Idiopathic Spinal Curvature
    • Adolescent Curved Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41126: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region
    • M4126: Other idiopathic scoliosis, lumbar region
    • M41129: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Amyelia
    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Absence of Spinal Cord
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Absence
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q060: Amyelia
    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Spinal Cord Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma
    • Non-cancerous spinal cord growth
    • Benign spinal cord neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
    • D334: Benign neoplasm of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skull or Face Bone Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Bone Disease
    • Non-cancerous head bone growth
    • Benign facial bone neoplasm
    • Skull lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D164: Benign neoplasm of bones of skull and face

    Also known as:

    • Benign Brain Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain growth
    • Brain adenoma
    • Non-malignant brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D331: Benign neoplasm of brain, infratentorial
    • D332: Benign neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Syringomyelia
    • Syrinx
    • Spinal Cord Cyst
    • Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
    • Brain Malformations
    • Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
    • Rare Brain Malformations
    • Specific Brain Development Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain

    Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 327-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Dr. Anderson in Ridgewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Healthfirst

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Neurosurgeons of New Jersey

    Neurosurgeons of New Jersey

    1200 East Ridgewood Avenue, Suite 200 and 207

    Ridgewood, NJ 7450

    (201) 327-8600

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    Morristown, NJ 7960

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Richard Anderson an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Anderson has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Anderson, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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

    Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811062094.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Anderson's specialty?

    Dr. Anderson is a Neurosurgeon near Ridgewood, NJ. 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. Anderson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, St. Joseph's University 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Anderson accepting new patients in Ridgewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (201) 327-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Anderson?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (201) 327-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Anderson have?

    Dr. Richard Anderson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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