DC
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cho, Neurosurgeon in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Derrick Cho, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Cho completed his residency at University Of Alabama Med Center. Dr. Cho is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cho’s office at (256) 533-1600.
Where did Dr. Cho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Alabama Med Center
What languages does Dr. Cho speak?
Dr. Cho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Cho typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cho 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. Cho. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of Lower Back Bone
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar wedge fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral compression fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32000A: Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Does Dr. Cho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 533-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cho accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Cho in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Cho's office located?
Dr. Derrick Cho's Primary Practice
201 Governors Dr SW Fl 1
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 533-1600
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Derrick Cho an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Cho has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Cho, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Cho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356559199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cho
What is Dr. Derrick Cho's specialty?
Dr. Cho is a Neurosurgeon near Huntsville, AL.
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. Derrick Cho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cho is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derrick Cho accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Cho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Cho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (256) 533-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Cho?
Please contact Dr. Cho's office at (256) 533-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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