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Dr. Bradley Lega, MD

Neurosurgeon

Fort Worth, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lega, Neurosurgeon in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Bradley Lega, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Lega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lega’s office at (216) 444-2200.

    What languages does Dr. Lega speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lega 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. Lega. 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:

    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal seizures
    • Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Management
    • Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
    • Implantable Neurostimulator Care
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lega 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. Lega. 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 Neurostimulator Device Placement
    • Cranial neurostimulator insertion
    • Deep brain stimulation device placement
    • Brain pacemaker implantation
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
    • Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
    • Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
    • Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays

    Also known as:

    • Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • VNS Implantation
    • Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
    • Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
    • Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator

    Also known as:

    • Brain Lesion Laser Treatment (MRI Guided)
    • LITT for Brain Lesions
    • MRI-Guided Laser Brain Surgery
    • Intracranial Laser Ablation
    • Brain Tumor Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61737: Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) of lesion, intracranial, including burr hole(s), with magnetic resonance imaging guidance, when performed; multiple trajectories for multiple or complex lesion(s)

    Also known as:

    • Brain Electrode Implantation for Seizure Monitoring
    • Stereotactic EEG
    • Depth Electrode Placement
    • Long-Term Seizure Monitoring Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 61760: Stereotactic implantation of depth electrodes into the cerebrum for long-term seizure monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Brain Nerve Stimulator Removal
    • Cranial Nerve Neurostimulator Removal
    • Vagus Nerve Stimulator Removal
    • Pulse Generator Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 64570: Removal of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator

    Also known as:

    • Brain Neurostimulator Device Revision or Removal
    • Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
    • Deep Brain Stimulator Device Removal
    • Brain Pacemaker Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 61888: Revision or removal of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver

    Also known as:

    • Laser Brain Lesion Removal
    • Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT)
    • Intracranial Laser Ablation
    • MRI-Guided Laser Brain Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61736: Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) of lesion, intracranial, including burr hole(s), with magnetic resonance imaging guidance, when performed; single trajectory for 1 simple lesion

    Does Dr. Lega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lega accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Lega in Fort Worth, TX 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lega's office located?

    Dr. Bradley Lega's Primary Practice

    600 S Main St

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (216) 444-2200

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

    Dr. Lega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497804892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lega?

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

    What is Dr. Bradley Lega's specialty?

    Dr. Lega is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Worth, 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 Dr. Bradley Lega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lega is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Texas Health Denton 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 Dr. Bradley Lega accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Bradley Lega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bradley Lega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lega's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bradley Lega?

    Please contact Dr. Lega's office at (216) 444-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lega's office located?

    Dr. Lega's office is located in Fort Worth, TX.