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Dr. Richard Everson, MD

Neurosurgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Everson, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Richard Everson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Everson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Everson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Everson’s office at (310) 825-5111.

    What languages does Dr. Everson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Everson 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. Everson. 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:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior 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:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Everson typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Everson 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. Everson. 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

    Also known as:

    • Brain Biopsy with CT/MRI Guidance
    • Stereotactic Brain Biopsy
    • CT Guided Brain Biopsy
    • MRI Guided Brain Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 61751: Stereotactic biopsy, aspiration, or excision, including burr hole(s), for intracranial lesion; with computed tomography and/or magnetic resonance guidance

    Also known as:

    • Laser Brain Lesion Removal
    • Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT)
    • Intracranial Laser Ablation
    • MRI-Guided Laser Brain Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61736: Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) of lesion, intracranial, including burr hole(s), with magnetic resonance imaging guidance, when performed; single trajectory for 1 simple lesion

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion

    Also known as:

    • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
    • VP Shunt Surgery
    • Brain Shunt Placement
    • Hydrocephalus Shunt

    CPT Codes:

    • 62223: Creation of shunt; ventriculo-peritoneal, -pleural, other terminus

    Does Dr. Everson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Everson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Everson accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Everson in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Everson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Everson's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 825-5111

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    Dr. Richard Everson's Practice 2

    25775 McBean Pkwy Ste 215

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    Dr. Richard Everson's Practice 3

    3500 Lomita Blvd Ste M100

    Torrance, CA 90505

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

    Dr. Everson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467742213.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Everson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Everson's specialty?

    Dr. Everson is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    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. Richard Everson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Everson is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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

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    Is Dr. Richard Everson accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Everson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Everson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Everson's office at (310) 825-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Everson?

    Please contact Dr. Everson's office at (310) 825-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Everson's office located?

    Dr. Everson's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA, Valencia, CA, and Torrance, CA.