Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sacho, Neurosurgeon in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Raphael Sacho, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Sacho graduated from University of the Witwatersrand Medical School and completed his residency at Health Education North West. Dr. Sacho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sacho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sacho’s office at (718) 226-4940.
Where did Dr. Sacho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Toronto | University of Toronto
Residency: Health Education North West | Health Education North West
Medical School: University of the Witwatersrand Medical School
What languages does Dr. Sacho speak?
Dr. Sacho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sacho typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sacho 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. Sacho. 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sacho typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sacho 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. Sacho. 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. Sacho accept my insurance?
Dr. Sacho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 226-4940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sacho accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Sacho in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sacho's office located?
Dr. Raphael Sacho's Primary Practice
501 Seaview Ave Ste 201
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 226-4940
What is Dr. Sacho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sacho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093183543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sacho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sacho
What is Dr. Raphael Sacho's specialty?
Dr. Sacho is a Neurosurgeon near Staten Island, NY.
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. Raphael Sacho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sacho is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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 Raphael Sacho accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Raphael Sacho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raphael Sacho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sacho's office at (718) 226-4940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raphael Sacho?
Please contact Dr. Sacho's office at (718) 226-4940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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