25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yeh, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Peter Yeh, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Yeh graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Yeh is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yeh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yeh’s office at (713) 661-8900.
Where did Dr. Yeh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurological Surgery; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yeh board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Peter Yeh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Yeh speak?
Dr. Yeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yeh typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yeh 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. Yeh. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
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:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yeh typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yeh 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. Yeh. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
- Laminectomy with Fusion
- Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
- Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Yeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Yeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 661-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yeh accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Yeh in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yeh's office located?
Dr. Peter Yeh's Primary Practice
4888 Loop Central Dr Ste 540
Houston, TX 77081
(713) 661-8900
What is Dr. Yeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457415754.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yeh
What is Dr. Peter Yeh's specialty?
Dr. Yeh is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX.
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. Peter Yeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yeh is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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 Peter Yeh accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Peter Yeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Yeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yeh's office at (713) 661-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Yeh?
Please contact Dr. Yeh's office at (713) 661-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Yeh have?
Dr. Peter Yeh is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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