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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aldana, Neurosurgeon in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Philipp Aldana, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Aldana graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Neurological Surgery Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, General Surgery. Dr. Aldana is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aldana’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aldana’s office at (904) 398-5201.
Where did Dr. Aldana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Neurological Surgery Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, General Surgery
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aldana speak?
Dr. Aldana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aldana treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Aldana 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. Aldana. 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:
- Other types of hydrocephalus
- Obstructive hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Various hydrocephalus conditions
- Atypical hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Non-communicating hydrocephalus
- Blocked hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G918: Other hydrocephalus
- G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
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:
- Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Cerebral Vascular Malformations
- Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
- Brain Blood Vessel Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spina Bifida with Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Spina Bifida
- Lower Back Spina Bifida and Water on Brain
- Lumbar Myelomeningocele
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q052: Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
What procedures does Dr. Aldana perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Aldana 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. Aldana. 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:
- Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
- Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
- CSF Shunt Adjustment
- Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
- Brain Shunt Reprogramming
- Shunt aspiration
- Shunt injection
- Reservoir tap
- Ventricular shunt access
CPT Codes:
- 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt
- 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure
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:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Burr Hole for Brain Device Placement
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
- Cranial burr hole
- Brain catheter insertion
- Cerebral monitoring device placement
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
- 61210: Burr hole(s); for implanting ventricular catheter, reservoir, EEG electrode(s), pressure recording device, or other cerebral monitoring device (separate 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:
- Ventricular Puncture
- Brain fluid drainage
- Ventricular tap
- Cerebral ventricle access
CPT Codes:
- 61020: Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole, fontanelle, suture, or implanted ventricular catheter/reservoir; without injection
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:
- 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. Aldana accept my insurance?
Dr. Aldana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 398-5201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aldana accept in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Aldana in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
State of Florida
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aldana's office located?
Dr. Philipp Aldana's Primary Practice
836 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 398-5201
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Philipp Aldana an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Aldana has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Aldana, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Aldana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aldana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831117092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aldana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aldana
What is Dr. Philipp Aldana's specialty?
Dr. Aldana is a Neurosurgeon near Jacksonville, FL. 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. Aldana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philipp Aldana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aldana is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Tift Regional Medical Center, Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Memorial Satilla Health 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 Philipp Aldana accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Philipp Aldana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philipp Aldana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aldana's office at (904) 398-5201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philipp Aldana?
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