Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yam, Neurosurgeon in Prosser, WA?
Dr. David Yam, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Prosser, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yam graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Yam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yam’s office.
Where did Dr. Yam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Univserity of Tennessee Health Science College of Medicine, Memphis, Tennessee | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Yam speak?
Dr. Yam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Yam typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yam 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. Yam. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Does Dr. Yam accept my insurance?
Dr. Yam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yam accept in Prosser, WA?
Dr. Yam in Prosser, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Americas Insurance Company
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Yam's office located?
What is Dr. Yam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649495896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yam
What is Dr. David Yam's specialty?
Dr. Yam is a Neurosurgeon near Prosser, WA.
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. David Yam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yam is affiliated with Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 David Yam accepting new patients in Prosser, WA?
Yes, Dr. David Yam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Yam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Yam?
Please contact Dr. Yam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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