Dr. Michael Alexander, MD
West Hollywood, CA
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Neurosurgeon in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Michael Alexander, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Alexander completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (310) 517-7022.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alexander?
Dr. Michael Alexander, 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. Alexander empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood, CA community, Dr. Alexander is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Barrow Neurological Institute | UCLA Medical Center
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital | UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alexander typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Alexander typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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 and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
- Neurovascular embolization
- Intracranial vessel occlusion
- Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 517-7022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Alexander in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. Michael Alexander's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 517-7022
Dr. Michael Alexander's Practice 3
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600
Los Angeles, CA 90048
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043347248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Michael Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Neurosurgeon near West Hollywood, CA.
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. Michael Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Michael Alexander accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (310) 517-7022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (310) 517-7022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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