16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanai, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Nader Sanai, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Sanai graduated from University of California. Dr. Sanai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanai’s office at (602) 406-3181.
Where did Dr. Sanai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco | Barrow Neurological Institute
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Sanai board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nader Sanai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sanai speak?
Dr. Sanai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanai treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sanai 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. Sanai. 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.
Also known as:
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Brain Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C713: Malignant neoplasm of parietal lobe
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Lower Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
- Indeterminate infratentorial brain mass
- Lower brain tumor of unknown nature
- Infratentorial brain neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
- D431: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of brain, infratentorial
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
- G930: Cerebral cysts
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
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Other types of hydrocephalus
- Communicating Hydrocephalus
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
- Various hydrocephalus conditions
- Atypical hydrocephalus
- Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
- External Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
- G918: Other hydrocephalus
- G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified
- I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
Also known as:
- Growth of unknown type in the upper brain
- Brain Disease
- Supratentorial brain tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined upper brain growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D430: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of brain, supratentorial
Does Dr. Sanai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-3181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanai accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Sanai in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanai's office located?
Dr. Nader Sanai's Primary Practice
2910 N 3rd Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 406-3181
What is Dr. Sanai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699899047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanai
What is Dr. Nader Sanai's specialty?
Dr. Sanai is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Sanai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nader Sanai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanai is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Nader Sanai accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Nader Sanai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nader Sanai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanai's office at (602) 406-3181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nader Sanai?
Please contact Dr. Sanai's office at (602) 406-3181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nader Sanai have?
Dr. Nader Sanai is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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