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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcclugage, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Samuel Mcclugage, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mcclugage is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcclugage’s office at (205) 934-3546.
What languages does Dr. Mcclugage speak?
Dr. Mcclugage and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Mcclugage typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mcclugage 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. Mcclugage. 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:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Lumbar Spina Bifida with Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
- Lower Back Spina Bifida and Water on Brain
- Lumbar Myelomeningocele
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
- Q052: Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Does Dr. Mcclugage accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcclugage accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-3546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcclugage accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mcclugage in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Mcclugage's office located?
Dr. Samuel Mcclugage's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(205) 934-3546
What is Dr. Mcclugage's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcclugage's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679839914.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcclugage?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcclugage
What is Dr. Samuel Mcclugage's specialty?
Dr. Mcclugage is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX.
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. Samuel Mcclugage affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcclugage is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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
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Is Samuel Mcclugage accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Mcclugage is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Mcclugage offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcclugage's office at (205) 934-3546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Mcclugage?
Please contact Dr. Mcclugage's office at (205) 934-3546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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