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Who is Dr. Xu, Neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Chen Xu is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Xu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Xu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Xu’s office at (412) 359-6200.
What languages does Dr. Xu speak?
Dr. Xu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Xu typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Xu 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. Xu. 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Xu typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Xu 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. Xu. 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 Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
- SI Joint Fusion (MIS)
- Percutaneous Sacroiliac Arthrodesis
- Image-Guided SI Joint Fusion
- Sacroiliac Joint Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 27279: Arthrodesis, Sacroiliac Joint, Percutaneous Or Minimally Invasive (Indirect Visualization), With Image Guidance, Includes Obtaining Bone Graft When Performed, And Placement Of Transfixation Device
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Xu accept my insurance?
Dr. Xu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Xu accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Xu in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Xu's office located?
What is Dr. Xu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Xu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821418641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Xu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Xu
What is Dr. Chen Xu's specialty?
Dr. Xu is a Neurosurgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Chen Xu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Xu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AHN Allegheny General Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Chen Xu accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Chen Xu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chen Xu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (412) 359-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chen Xu?
Please contact Dr. Xu's office at (412) 359-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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