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Dr. Barunashish Brahma, MD

Dr. Barunashish Brahma, MD

Neurosurgeon

Atlanta, GA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Brahma, Neurosurgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Barunashish Brahma, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Brahma graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Brahma is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brahma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brahma’s office at (404) 785-2000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brahma?

    Dr. Barunashish Brahma, 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. Brahma empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Chiari Malformations, Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Brahma is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Neurological Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Brahma speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brahma 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. Brahma. 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:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain cysts
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brahma 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. Brahma. 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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Skin growth excision
    • Mole removal
    • Benign skin tumor removal
    • Skin lesion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Suture or Staple Removal with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Surgical Stitch Removal
    • Anesthetized Staple Removal
    • Wound Closure Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 15851: Removal of sutures or staples requiring anesthesia (ie, general anesthesia, moderate sedation)

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Catheter Replacement or Irrigation
    • Brain Catheter Maintenance
    • Ventriculostomy Catheter Care
    • CSF Shunt Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 62225: Replacement or irrigation, ventricular catheter

    Does Dr. Brahma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brahma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brahma accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Brahma in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brahma's office located?

    Dr. Barunashish Brahma's Primary Practice

    5461 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 520

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 785-2000

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    Dr. Barunashish Brahma's Practice 2

    1400 Tullie Rd NE Ste 610

    Atlanta, GA 30329

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    What hospitals are Dr. Brahma affiliated with?

    Dr. Brahma has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Children's Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
    Arthur M. Blank Hospital,Atlanta, GA

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

    Dr. Brahma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275655326.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brahma?

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

    What is Dr. Barunashish Brahma's specialty?

    Dr. Brahma is a Neurosurgeon near Atlanta, GA.

    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. Barunashish Brahma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Brahma is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Scottish Rite Hospital, Arthur M. Blank Hospital. 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. Barunashish Brahma accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Barunashish Brahma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barunashish Brahma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brahma's office at (404) 785-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Barunashish Brahma?

    Please contact Dr. Brahma's office at (404) 785-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brahma's office located?

    Dr. Brahma's office is located in Atlanta, GA.