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Dr. James Waldron, MD

Neurosurgeon

Pflugerville, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Waldron, Neurosurgeon in Pflugerville, TX?

    Dr. James Waldron, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pflugerville, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Waldron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldron’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldron’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Waldron?

    Dr. James Waldron, 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. Waldron empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pflugerville, TX community, Dr. Waldron is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Waldron speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waldron 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. Waldron. 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Waldron 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. Waldron. 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
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan

    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

    Does Dr. Waldron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waldron 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. Waldron accept in Pflugerville, TX?

    Dr. Waldron in Pflugerville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Dr. James Waldron's Primary Practice

    1701 E Pflugerville Pkwy

    Pflugerville, TX 78660

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    1605 S 31st St Baylor Scott And White Center For Dia

    Temple, TX 76508

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    G140 Baylor Scott And White Clinic Austi

    200 E Cesar Chavez St Ste G140

    Austin, TX 78701

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    What hospitals are Dr. Waldron affiliated with?

    Dr. Waldron has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Lakeway,Lakeway, TX
    St. David's Medical Center,Austin, TX

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

    Dr. Waldron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902926850.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldron?

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

    What is Dr. James Waldron's specialty?

    Dr. Waldron is a Neurosurgeon near Pflugerville, 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. James Waldron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Waldron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Lakeway, St. David's Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. James Waldron accepting new patients in Pflugerville, TX?

    Yes, Dr. James Waldron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Waldron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Waldron?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Dr. Waldron's offices are located in Pflugerville, TX, Temple, TX, and Austin, TX.