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Dr. Kelly Mahaney, MD

Neurosurgeon

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mahaney, Neurosurgeon in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Kelly Mahaney, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mahaney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mahaney’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mahaney’s office at (650) 497-8775.

    What languages does Dr. Mahaney speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mahaney 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. Mahaney. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
    • CSF Shunt
    • Ventricular Shunt
    • Hydrocephalus Device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device

    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:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Mahaney 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. Mahaney. 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:

    • Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
    • Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
    • CSF Shunt Adjustment
    • Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
    • Brain Shunt Reprogramming
    • Shunt aspiration
    • Shunt injection
    • Reservoir tap
    • Ventricular shunt access

    CPT Codes:

    • 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt
    • 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Management
    • Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
    • Epidural Pump Refill
    • Pain Pump Evaluation
    • Drug Infusion Pump Management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)

    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 Neurostimulator Device Placement
    • Cranial neurostimulator insertion
    • Deep brain stimulation device placement
    • Brain pacemaker implantation
    • Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Generating Device Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Augmentative Communication Therapy
    • AAC Device Programming
    • Speech Device Training

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification

    Does Dr. Mahaney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mahaney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mahaney accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Mahaney in Palo Alto, 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

    • California Water Service Group

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Mahaney's office located?

    Dr. Kelly Mahaney's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8775

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    Dr. Kelly Mahaney's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr Rm 211

    Stanford, CA 94305

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

    Dr. Mahaney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528266053.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mahaney?

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

    What is Dr. Kelly Mahaney's specialty?

    Dr. Mahaney is a Neurosurgeon near Palo Alto, 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. Kelly Mahaney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mahaney is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Mills-Peninsula 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. Kelly Mahaney accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Mahaney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Mahaney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mahaney's office at (650) 497-8775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Mahaney?

    Please contact Dr. Mahaney's office at (650) 497-8775 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mahaney's office located?

    Dr. Mahaney's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and Stanford, CA.