Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yap, Neurosurgeon in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Edward Yap, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yap is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yap’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yap’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yap?
Dr. Edward Yap, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yap empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Neurosurgery, Skull Base Surgery, Vascular Neurosurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chapel Hill, NC community, Dr. Yap is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Yap speak?
Dr. Yap and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yap typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yap 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. Yap. 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:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Does Dr. Yap accept my insurance?
Dr. Yap accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yap accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Yap in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Yap's office located?
What is Dr. Yap's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yap's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790048593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yap?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yap
What is Dr. Edward Yap's specialty?
Dr. Yap is a Neurosurgeon near Chapel Hill, NC.
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. Edward Yap affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yap is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-Unc 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Yap accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Edward Yap is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Yap offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yap's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Yap?
Please contact Dr. Yap's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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