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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yew, Neurosurgeon in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Andrew Yew, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Yew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yew’s office at (781) 744-8000.
What languages does Dr. Yew speak?
Dr. Yew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yew treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yew 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. Yew. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Fusion of Neck Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Neck Vertebrae
- Cervical Spine Fusion
- Neck Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R260: Ataxic gait
Does Dr. Yew accept my insurance?
Dr. Yew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yew accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Yew in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Boston Medical Center
Centene
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yew's office located?
What is Dr. Yew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588892533.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yew
What is Dr. Andrew Yew's specialty?
Dr. Yew is a Neurosurgeon near Burlington, MA. 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. Yew to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Yew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yew is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Concord Hospital – Laconia 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 Andrew Yew accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Yew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Yew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yew's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Yew?
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