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Dr. Walter Jacobsen, DO

Milwaukee, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacobsen, Neurosurgeon in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Walter Jacobsen, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jacobsen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobsen’s office at (414) 385-1922.

    What languages does Dr. Jacobsen speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Jacobsen treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Jacobsen 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. Jacobsen. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    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 Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Does Dr. Jacobsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacobsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 385-1922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobsen accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Jacobsen in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Auxiant

    • Community Care Health Plan (CA)

    • Community Care Plan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • The Alliance

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Jacobsen's office located?

    Dr. Walter Jacobsen's Primary Practice

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy

    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    (414) 385-1922

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    Dr. Walter Jacobsen's Practice 2

    3503 E Layton Ave

    Cudahy, WI 53110

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    Dr. Walter Jacobsen's Practice 3

    1114 Bichara Blvd

    The Villages, FL 32159

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

    Dr. Jacobsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649419169.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobsen?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Jacobsen's specialty?

    Dr. Jacobsen is a Neurosurgeon near Milwaukee, WI. 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. Jacobsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Jacobsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jacobsen is affiliated with Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin 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

    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 Walter Jacobsen accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Jacobsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Jacobsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobsen's office at (414) 385-1922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Jacobsen?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobsen's office at (414) 385-1922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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