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Who is Dr. Sonabend Worthalter, Neurosurgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Sonabend Worthalter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sonabend Worthalter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sonabend Worthalter’s office at (312) 695-0990.
What languages does Dr. Sonabend Worthalter speak?
Dr. Sonabend Worthalter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sonabend Worthalter typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sonabend Worthalter 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. Sonabend Worthalter. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Sonabend Worthalter typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sonabend Worthalter 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. Sonabend Worthalter. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
- CSF Shunt Adjustment
- Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
- Brain Shunt Reprogramming
CPT Codes:
- 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt
Does Dr. Sonabend Worthalter accept my insurance?
Dr. Sonabend Worthalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-0990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sonabend Worthalter accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Sonabend Worthalter in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sonabend Worthalter's office located?
What is Dr. Sonabend Worthalter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sonabend Worthalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023261138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sonabend Worthalter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sonabend Worthalter
What is Dr. Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter's specialty?
Dr. Sonabend Worthalter is a Neurosurgeon near Chicago, IL.
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. Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sonabend Worthalter is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital 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 Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sonabend Worthalter's office at (312) 695-0990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Worthalter Sonabend Worthalter?
Please contact Dr. Sonabend Worthalter's office at (312) 695-0990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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