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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braga, Neurosurgeon in Plano, TX?
Dr. Bruno Braga, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Braga completed his residency at Hospital da Baleia, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Braga is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braga’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braga’s office at (214) 648-8513.
Where did Dr. Braga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's Medical Center / UT Southwestern, Pediatric Neurosurgery
Residency: Hospital da Baleia, Neurological Surgery
Is Dr. Braga board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bruno Braga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Braga speak?
Dr. Braga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Braga treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Braga 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. Braga. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Other types of hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Various hydrocephalus conditions
- Atypical hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G918: Other hydrocephalus
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:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
What procedures does Dr. Braga perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Braga 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. Braga. 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:
- 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:
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV)
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- ETV Surgery
- Hydrocephalus Brain Surgery
- Neuroendoscopic Ventriculocisternostomy
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 62201: Ventriculocisternostomy, third ventricle; stereotactic, neuroendoscopic method
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
- Suboccipital craniectomy
- Cervical laminectomy
- Arnold-Chiari malformation surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61343: Craniectomy, suboccipital with cervical laminectomy for decompression of medulla and spinal cord, with or without dural graft (eg, Arnold-Chiari malformation)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
- Spinal Navigation Surgery
- Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
- VP Shunt Surgery
- Brain Shunt Placement
- Hydrocephalus Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus
Also known as:
- Lumbar Laminectomy to Release Tethered Spinal Cord
- Tethered Spinal Cord Release
- Lumbar Spine Decompression
- Spinal Cord Untethering Surgery
- Lower Back Laminectomy
CPT Codes:
- 63200: Laminectomy, with release of tethered spinal cord, lumbar
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery (Back of Brain)
- Posterior Fossa Tumor Excision
- Infratentorial Brain Tumor Surgery
- Craniectomy for Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 61518: Craniectomy for excision of brain tumor, infratentorial or posterior fossa; except meningioma, cerebellopontine angle tumor, or midline tumor at base of skull
Does Dr. Braga accept my insurance?
Dr. Braga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 648-8513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braga accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Braga in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
California Foundation for Medical Care
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
MedImpact
Molina
Parkland Community Health Plan
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Braga's office located?
What is Dr. Braga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184974230.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braga
What is Dr. Bruno Braga's specialty?
Dr. Braga is a Neurosurgeon near Plano, TX. 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. Braga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruno Braga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braga is affiliated with CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Medical City McKinney Hospital 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 Bruno Braga accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Bruno Braga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruno Braga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braga's office at (214) 648-8513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruno Braga?
Please contact Dr. Braga's office at (214) 648-8513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruno Braga have?
Dr. Bruno Braga is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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