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Dr. Gillian Harrison, MD

Neurosurgeon

Alexandria, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harrison, Neurosurgeon in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Gillian Harrison, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (703) 504-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?

    Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Harrison typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 504-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Harrison in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Gillian Harrison's Primary Practice

    4320 Seminary Rd

    Alexandria, VA 22304

    (703) 504-3000

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    Dr. Gillian Harrison's Practice 2

    44055 Riverside Pkwy Ste 226

    Leesburg, VA 20176

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    Dr. Gillian Harrison's Practice 3

    3800 Fettler Park Dr Ste 312

    Dumfries, VA 22025

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    What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528405180.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison

    What is Dr. Gillian Harrison's specialty?

    Dr. Harrison is a Neurosurgeon near Alexandria, VA.

    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 Dr. Gillian Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Prince William Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurosurgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Gillian Harrison accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Gillian Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gillian Harrison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (703) 504-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gillian Harrison?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (703) 504-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Harrison's offices are located in Alexandria, VA, Leesburg, VA, and Dumfries, VA.