Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Evans, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Evans?
Dr. James Evans, 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. Evans empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Endoscopic Surgery, Epilepsy, Neuro-Oncology, Skull Base Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Evans is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Evans go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurological Surgery | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts Med School
What languages does Dr. Evans speak?
Dr. Evans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Hindi
- Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Evans typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
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:
- 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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Evans typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Evans accept my insurance?
Dr. Evans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Evans accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Evans in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Evans' office located?
Dr. James Evans' Primary Practice
834 Walnut St Ste 110
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-7000
What hospitals are Dr. Evans affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Evans has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Evans's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Evans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124048194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Evans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Evans