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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tanweer, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Omar Tanweer, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tanweer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tanweer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanweer’s office at (212) 263-0451.
What languages does Dr. Tanweer speak?
Dr. Tanweer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tanweer treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Tanweer 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. Tanweer. 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:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Head Imaging
- Atypical Skull Scan
- Abnormal Brain Scan (general)
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
- Arteriovenous Malformation
- Vascular Malformation
- AVM
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
- Q2730: Arteriovenous malformation, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
- Blood Vessel Disease
- Circulatory System Disorder
- Artery Problems
- Vessel Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
- I651: Occlusion and stenosis of basilar artery
Also known as:
- Pulsing Sound in Ears
- Tinnitus
- Pulsatile Tinnitus
- Throbbing in Ears
- Heartbeat Sound in Ears
ICD-10 Codes:
- H93A9: Pulsatile tinnitus, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Cerebral Vascular Malformations
- Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
- Brain Blood Vessel Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels
Does Dr. Tanweer accept my insurance?
Dr. Tanweer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-0451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tanweer accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tanweer in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tanweer's office located?
Dr. Omar Tanweer's Primary Practice
7200 Cambridge St Fl 9
Houston, TX 77030
(212) 263-0451
What is Dr. Tanweer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanweer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013235183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanweer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanweer
What is Dr. Omar Tanweer's specialty?
Dr. Tanweer is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Tanweer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omar Tanweer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tanweer is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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 Omar Tanweer accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Omar Tanweer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Tanweer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanweer's office at (212) 263-0451 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Tanweer?
Please contact Dr. Tanweer's office at (212) 263-0451 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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