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Dr. Chad Cole, MD

Neurosurgeon

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cole, Neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Chad Cole, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cole is fluent in English, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cole’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cole’s office at (914) 493-2363.

    What languages does Dr. Cole speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Thai

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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 Rod and Screw Placement
    • Vertebral Fixation
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation
    • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Fusion (Additional Level)
    • Posterior Spinal Arthrodesis
    • Vertebral Fusion (Add-on)
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Back Bone Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22614: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Spinal Surgery Guidance
    • Spinal Navigation Surgery
    • Stereotactic Spinal Procedure
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61783: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; spinal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Cole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 493-2363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cole accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Cole in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Chad Cole's Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (914) 493-2363

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    Dr. Chad Cole's Practice 2

    1 University of New Mexico

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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

    Dr. Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386832970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cole?

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

    What is Dr. Chad Cole's specialty?

    Dr. Cole is a Neurosurgeon near Albuquerque, NM.

    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. Chad Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cole is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Medical Center, Christus Health, Lovelace Women's Hospital 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. Chad Cole accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Chad Cole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chad Cole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (914) 493-2363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chad Cole?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (914) 493-2363 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Cole's office is located in Albuquerque, NM.