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Dr. Justin Sweeney, MD

Neurosurgeon

Saint Louis, MO

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sweeney, Neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Justin Sweeney, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Sweeney is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweeney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweeney’s office at (314) 251-6364.

    What languages does Dr. Sweeney speak?

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

    • English
    • Japanese

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sweeney 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. Sweeney. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    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

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Sweeney 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. Sweeney. 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:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Does Dr. Sweeney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sweeney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sweeney accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Sweeney in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sweeney's office located?

    298a Mercy Clinic Neurosurgery Medical

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 3005B

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 251-6364

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    Dr. Justin Sweeney's Practice 2

    148 Professional Pkwy

    Troy, MO 63379

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    Dr. Justin Sweeney's Practice 3

    722 N State Highway 47

    Warrenton, MO 63383

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

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    Office Experience

    90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Justin Sweeney an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sweeney has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sweeney, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Sweeney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689871998.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweeney?

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

    What is Dr. Justin Sweeney's specialty?

    Dr. Sweeney is a Neurosurgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    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. Justin Sweeney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sweeney is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital Washington, Mercy Hospital Lincoln, Mercy Hospital Lebanon 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 Dr. Justin Sweeney accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Sweeney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Justin Sweeney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sweeney's office at (314) 251-6364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Justin Sweeney?

    Please contact Dr. Sweeney's office at (314) 251-6364 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sweeney's office located?

    Dr. Sweeney's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO, Troy, MO, and Warrenton, MO.