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Dr. Mohammed Alshareef, MD

Neurosurgeon

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alshareef, Neurosurgeon in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Mohammed Alshareef, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO. Dr. Alshareef is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alshareef’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alshareef’s office at (720) 777-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Alshareef speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alshareef 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. Alshareef. 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:

    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sagittal Craniosynostosis
    • Premature sagittal suture fusion
    • Scaphocephaly
    • Sagittal skull fusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7501: Sagittal craniosynostosis

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alshareef 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. Alshareef. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 (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

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
    • Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV)
    • Craniotomy for Tumor
    • Brain Surgery for Tumor
    • Brain Tumor Excision
    • Craniectomy for Tumor
    • ETV Surgery
    • Hydrocephalus Brain Surgery
    • Neuroendoscopic Ventriculocisternostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
    • 62201: Ventriculocisternostomy, third ventricle; stereotactic, neuroendoscopic method

    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:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Alshareef accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alshareef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 777-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alshareef accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Alshareef in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

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    Where is Dr. Alshareef's office located?

    Dr. Mohammed Alshareef's Primary Practice

    13123 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 777-1234

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    What hospitals are Dr. Alshareef affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Alshareef has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Hospital Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora,Aurora, CO
    Montrose Regional Health - Hospital,Montrose, CO
    Childrens Hospital Colorado - North Campus Broomfield,Broomfield, CO

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

    Dr. Alshareef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851772990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alshareef?

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

    What is Dr. Mohammed Alshareef's specialty?

    Dr. Alshareef is a Neurosurgeon near Aurora, CO.

    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. Mohammed Alshareef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alshareef is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Mohammed Alshareef accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Mohammed Alshareef is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mohammed Alshareef offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alshareef's office at (720) 777-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mohammed Alshareef?

    Please contact Dr. Alshareef's office at (720) 777-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alshareef's office located?

    Dr. Alshareef's office is located in Aurora, CO.