28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abood, Neurosurgeon in East Lansing, MI?
Dr. Christopher Abood, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in East Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Abood graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Abood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abood’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abood’s office at (517) 827-1800.
Where did Dr. Abood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery | University Of Illinois At Chicago Medical Center | University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals | Northwestern Memorial Hospital | Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program
Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine
Is Dr. Abood board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Abood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abood speak?
Dr. Abood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Abood treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Abood 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. Abood. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back 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
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Disc Disease
- Neck Disc Problems
- Slipped Disc in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5090: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar spine fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32009D: Unspecified fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Upper Back
- Mid-Back Fracture
- Vertebral Fracture
- Spinal Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22009A: Unspecified fracture of unspecified thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Fracture
- Fractures
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Fracture
- Broken Neck Bone
- Spinal Fracture in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S129XXD: Fracture of neck, unspecified, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Does Dr. Abood accept my insurance?
Dr. Abood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 827-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abood accept in East Lansing, MI?
Dr. Abood in East Lansing, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abood's office located?
Dr. Christopher Abood's Primary Practice
1575 Ramblewood Dr Ste 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 827-1800
What is Dr. Abood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639122476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abood
What is Dr. Christopher Abood's specialty?
Dr. Abood is a Neurosurgeon near East Lansing, MI. 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. Abood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Abood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abood is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Mclaren Greater Lansing 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 Christopher Abood accepting new patients in East Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Abood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Abood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abood's office at (517) 827-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Abood?
Please contact Dr. Abood's office at (517) 827-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Abood have?
Dr. Christopher Abood is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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