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Dr. Arthur Wang

Covington, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wang, Neurosurgeon in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Arthur Wang is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (504) 503-7001.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wang?

    Dr. Arthur Wang is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wang empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Cerebral, Carotid Artery Surgery, Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery, Endovascular Neurosurgery, Stroke, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Covington/LA community, Dr. Wang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Wang speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wang treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Other types of hydrocephalus
    • Communicating Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Various hydrocephalus conditions
    • Atypical hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
    • External Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
    • G918: Other hydrocephalus
    • G910: Communicating hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Blood Vessel Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Circulation Problem
    • Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9519: Other vascular myelopathies
    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
    • Unusual Head Imaging
    • Atypical Skull Scan
    • Abnormal Brain Scan (general)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    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

    Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 503-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Wang in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wang's office located?

    Dr. Arthur Wang's Primary Practice

    101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 402

    Covington, LA 70433

    (504) 503-7001

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    Dr. Arthur Wang's Practice 2

    1430 Tulane Ave # 8047

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (504) 988-3524

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    Dr. Arthur Wang's Practice 3

    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 540

    Metairie, LA 70006

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

    Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184028367.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?

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

    What is Dr. Arthur Wang's specialty?

    Dr. Wang is a Neurosurgeon near Covington, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Wang to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arthur Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wang is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Touro Infirmary LCMC Health 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 Arthur Wang accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Wang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arthur Wang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (504) 503-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arthur Wang?

    Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (504) 503-7001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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