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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kopell, Neurosurgeon in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Brian Kopell, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Kopell completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Neurological Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Kopell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kopell’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kopell’s office at (212) 241-0050.
Where did Dr. Kopell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Neurological Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kopell speak?
Dr. Kopell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kopell typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kopell 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. Kopell. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kopell typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kopell 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. Kopell. 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:
- Deep Brain Stimulator Implant
- Neurostimulator Implantation
- Stereotactic Brain Surgery
- DBS Implant
- Brain Electrode Array Placement
CPT Codes:
- 61867: Twist drill, burr hole, craniotomy, or craniectomy with stereotactic implantation of neurostimulator electrode array in subcortical site (eg, thalamus, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus, periventricular, periaqueductal gray), with use of intraoperative microelectrode recording; first array
Also known as:
- Replacement of Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generator
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Battery Change
- Brain Stimulator Generator Exchange
- Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 61886: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to 2 or more electrode arrays
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:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Revision or Removal
- Cranial Neurostimulator Replacement
- Deep Brain Stimulator Device Removal
- Brain Pacemaker Revision
CPT Codes:
- 61888: Revision or removal of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Brain Stimulator Electrode Removal or Repair
- Intracranial Neurostimulator Revision
- Deep Brain Stimulator Electrode Removal
- Brain Pacemaker Electrode Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 61880: Revision or removal of intracranial neurostimulator electrodes
Does Dr. Kopell accept my insurance?
Dr. Kopell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kopell accept in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Kopell in Yonkers, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kopell's office located?
What is Dr. Kopell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kopell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568413300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kopell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kopell
What is Dr. Brian Kopell's specialty?
Dr. Kopell is a Neurosurgeon near Yonkers, NY.
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. Brian Kopell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kopell is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, The Mount Sinai 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 Brian Kopell accepting new patients in Yonkers, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brian Kopell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Kopell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kopell's office at (212) 241-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Kopell?
Please contact Dr. Kopell's office at (212) 241-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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