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Who is Dr. Seward, Neurosurgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Christopher James Seward, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Seward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seward’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seward’s office at (702) 835-0088.
What languages does Dr. Seward speak?
Dr. Seward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Seward treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Seward 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. Seward. 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Benign Brain Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain growth
- Brain adenoma
- Non-malignant brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D332: Benign neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does Dr. Seward perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Seward 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. Seward. 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:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Seward accept my insurance?
Dr. Seward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 835-0088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Seward accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Seward in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Seward's office located?
Dr. Christopher James Seward's Primary Practice
3012 S Durango Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89117
(702) 835-0088
What is Dr. Seward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Seward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457612194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Seward
What is Dr. Christopher James Seward's specialty?
Dr. Seward is a Neurosurgeon near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Seward to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher James Seward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Seward is affiliated with MountainView Hospital, Henderson Hospital, UW Medical Center - Montlake 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 Christopher James Seward accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Christopher James Seward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher James Seward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Seward's office at (702) 835-0088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher James Seward?
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