Dr. Christopher Farrell, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Farrell, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Christopher Farrell, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Farrell graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. Farrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farrell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farrell’s office.

Where did Dr. Farrell go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

What languages does Dr. Farrell speak?

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

English

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

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farrell 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. Farrell. 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:

Benign Meningioma
Benign Tumor
Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
Meningeal tumor
Brain membrane tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

Also known as:

Benign Pituitary Tumor
Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
Benign Tumor
Pituitary Disorder
Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
Prolactinoma
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
Pituitary adenoma
Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
Benign cranial nerve neoplasm

ICD-10 Codes:

D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves

Also known as:

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus
NPH
Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

ICD-10 Codes:

G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

Also known as:

Benign Meningioma
Benign Tumor
Brain Disease
Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
Brain membrane tumor
Cerebral meningeal tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

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

As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Farrell 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. Farrell. 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:

Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
CyberKnife Radiosurgery
Focused Radiation for Brain
SRS

CPT Codes:

61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion

Also known as:

CSF Shunt Revision (Brain Shunt Repair)
Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunt Replacement
Brain Shunt Revision
Hydrocephalus Shunt Repair

CPT Codes:

62230: Replacement or revision of cerebrospinal fluid shunt, obstructed valve, or distal catheter in shunt system

Also known as:

Individual Speech and Language Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Voice Therapy
Communication Disorder Treatment
Auditory Processing Therapy

CPT Codes:

92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

Does Dr. Farrell accept my insurance?

Dr. Farrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Farrell accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Farrell in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Farrell's office located?

Dr. Christopher Farrell's Primary Practice

909 Walnut St

Philadelphia, PA 19107

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Dr. Christopher Farrell's Practice 2

333 Laurel Oak Rd

Voorhees, NJ 08043

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What hospitals are Dr. Farrell affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Farrell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 9 Procedures

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

Dr. Farrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922134394.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farrell?

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

What is Dr. Christopher Farrell's specialty?

Dr. Farrell is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, PA.

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. Christopher Farrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Farrell is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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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