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Dr. Paul Saphier, MD

Neurosurgeon

Morristown, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saphier, Neurosurgeon in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Paul Saphier, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Saphier graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University. Dr. Saphier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saphier’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saphier’s office at (973) 285-7800.

    Where did Dr. Saphier go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    What languages does Dr. Saphier speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Saphier 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. Saphier. 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 Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Saphier 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. Saphier. 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:

    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
    • Neurovascular embolization
    • Intracranial vessel occlusion
    • Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)

    Also known as:

    • Targeted Drug Delivery to Brain Blood Vessels
    • Intracranial Drug Infusion
    • Endovascular Brain Therapy
    • Cerebral Arterial Infusion
    • Brain Catheter Drug Delivery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61650: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; initial vascular territory

    Also known as:

    • Intracranial Thrombectomy (Stroke Treatment)
    • Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke
    • Brain Clot Removal (Percutaneous)
    • Intracranial Thrombolysis
    • Endovascular Stroke Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61645: Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s)

    Also known as:

    • Prolonged Medicine Delivery to Brain Arteries (Additional Area)
    • Intracranial drug infusion
    • Brain artery pharmacotherapy
    • Endovascular brain medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 61651: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; each additional vascular territory (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Saphier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saphier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 285-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saphier accept in Morristown, NJ?

    Dr. Saphier in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Tall Tree Administrators

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saphier's office located?

    Dr. Paul Saphier's Primary Practice

    290 Madison Ave Ste 2

    Morristown, NJ 07960

    (973) 285-7800

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    Dr. Paul Saphier's Practice 2

    99 Beauvoir Ave

    Summit, NJ 07901

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    Dr. Paul Saphier's Practice 3

    60 Columbia Rd Ste A

    Morristown, NJ 07960

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

    Dr. Saphier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154516532.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saphier?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Saphier's specialty?

    Dr. Saphier is a Neurosurgeon near Morristown, NJ.

    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. Paul Saphier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saphier is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas 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. Paul Saphier accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Saphier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Saphier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saphier's office at (973) 285-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Saphier?

    Please contact Dr. Saphier's office at (973) 285-7800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saphier's office located?

    Dr. Saphier's offices are located in Morristown, NJ and Summit, NJ.