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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vega, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rafael Vega, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vega’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vega’s office at (617) 632-7246.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vega?
Dr. Rafael Vega, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vega empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Mapping, Brain Tumors, Brain Tumors-Benign, Neuro-Oncology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Vega is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Vega speak?
Dr. Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Vega typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vega 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. Vega. 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:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Vega typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Vega 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. Vega. 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:
- 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:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Brain Tumor Removal (Meningioma)
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
- Meningioma Excision
- Craniotomy for Brain Tumor
- Skull Opening for Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
- 61512: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Meningioma, Supratentorial
Does Dr. Vega accept my insurance?
Dr. Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vega accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Vega in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Centene Corporation
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Eternal Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Vega's office located?
What is Dr. Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962795336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vega
What is Dr. Rafael Vega's specialty?
Dr. Vega is a Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA.
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. Rafael Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vega is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Rafael Vega accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Vega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Vega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (617) 632-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Vega?
Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (617) 632-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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