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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farhat, Neurosurgeon in Merrionette Park, IL?
Dr. Hamad Farhat, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Merrionette Park, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farhat is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farhat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farhat’s office at (773) 990-6440.
What languages does Dr. Farhat speak?
Dr. Farhat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farhat typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farhat 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. Farhat. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Farhat typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farhat 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. Farhat. 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:
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Farhat accept my insurance?
Dr. Farhat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 990-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farhat accept in Merrionette Park, IL?
Dr. Farhat in Merrionette Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farhat's office located?
Dr. Hamad Farhat's Primary Practice
11600 S Kedzie Ave Ste D
Merrionette Park, IL 60803
(773) 990-6440
What is Dr. Farhat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861724064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farhat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farhat
What is Dr. Hamad Farhat's specialty?
Dr. Farhat is a Neurosurgeon near Merrionette Park, IL.
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. Hamad Farhat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farhat is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Hamad Farhat accepting new patients in Merrionette Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Hamad Farhat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hamad Farhat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farhat's office at (773) 990-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hamad Farhat?
Please contact Dr. Farhat's office at (773) 990-6440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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