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Dr. Risheng Xu

Neurosurgeon

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Xu, Neurosurgeon in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Risheng Xu is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Xu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Xu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Xu’s office at (410) 550-0465.

    What languages does Dr. Xu speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Xu typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Xu 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. Xu. 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Xu typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Xu 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. Xu. 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. Xu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Xu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 550-0465 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Xu accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Xu in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Xu's office located?

    Blalock 266

    601 N Caroline St

    Baltimore, MD 21287

    (410) 550-0465

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    Dr. Risheng Xu's Practice 2

    4940 Eastern Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21224

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    Dr. Risheng Xu's Practice 3

    1800 Orleans St # 60007

    Baltimore, MD 21287

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

    Dr. Xu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144616269.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Xu?

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

    What is Dr. Risheng Xu's specialty?

    Dr. Xu is a Neurosurgeon near Baltimore, MD.

    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 Dr. Risheng Xu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Xu is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Hospital For Special Surgery, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Upmc Harrisburg, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Risheng Xu accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Risheng Xu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Risheng Xu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (410) 550-0465 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Risheng Xu?

    Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (410) 550-0465 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Xu's office located?

    Dr. Xu's office is located in Baltimore, MD.