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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Close, Neurosurgeon in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Liesl Nicole Close, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Close graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. Dr. Close is fluent in English, Amharic, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Close’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Close’s office at (510) 437-4800.
Where did Dr. Close go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Close speak?
Dr. Close and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Close typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Close 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. Close. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Does Dr. Close accept my insurance?
Dr. Close accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Close accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Close in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Close's office located?
Dr. Liesl Nicole Close's Primary Practice
1411 E 31st St
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 437-4800
What is Dr. Close's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578827499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Close?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Close
What is Dr. Liesl Nicole Close's specialty?
Dr. Close is a Neurosurgeon near Oakland, 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. Liesl Nicole Close affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Close is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Eden 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 Liesl Nicole Close accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Liesl Nicole Close is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Liesl Nicole Close offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Liesl Nicole Close?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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