Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wachhorst, Neurosurgeon in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Scott Wachhorst, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wachhorst graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wachhorst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wachhorst’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wachhorst’s office at (650) 404-8222.
Where did Dr. Wachhorst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery | University of California, San Francisco | University California
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Wachhorst board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Scott Wachhorst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wachhorst speak?
Dr. Wachhorst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wachhorst treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wachhorst 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. Wachhorst. 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.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Does Dr. Wachhorst accept my insurance?
Dr. Wachhorst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 404-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wachhorst accept in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Wachhorst in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Wachhorst's office located?
Dr. Scott Wachhorst's Primary Practice
701 E El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 404-8222
What is Dr. Wachhorst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wachhorst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619926581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wachhorst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wachhorst
What is Dr. Scott Wachhorst's specialty?
Dr. Wachhorst is a Neurosurgeon near Mountain View, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Wachhorst to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Wachhorst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wachhorst is affiliated with El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Scott Wachhorst accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Wachhorst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Wachhorst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wachhorst's office at (650) 404-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Wachhorst?
Please contact Dr. Wachhorst's office at (650) 404-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Wachhorst have?
Dr. Scott Wachhorst is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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