31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Westmark, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Richard Westmark, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Westmark graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery. Dr. Westmark is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westmark’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westmark’s office at (281) 333-1300.
Where did Dr. Westmark go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery | University of Michigan Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Westmark board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Westmark, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Westmark speak?
Dr. Westmark and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Westmark treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Westmark 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. Westmark. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Compression
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Neck
- Neck Disc Disease with Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5000: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Congenital Spondylolisthesis
- Birth Defects
- Slipped vertebra at birth
- Spinal slip defect
- Vertebral displacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q762: Congenital spondylolisthesis
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Spinal Enthesopathy
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- spinal tendon inflammation
- spinal ligament inflammation
- enthesitis of the spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4600: Spinal enthesopathy, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Neck Condition
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Dorsopathy
- Neck Spine Disorder
- Neck Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5382: Other specified dorsopathies, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5010: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, unspecified cervical region
Does Dr. Westmark accept my insurance?
Dr. Westmark accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 333-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westmark accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Westmark in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Westmark's office located?
Dr. Richard Westmark's Primary Practice
18333 Egret Bay Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 333-1300
What is Dr. Westmark's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westmark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063450948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westmark?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westmark
What is Dr. Richard Westmark's specialty?
Dr. Westmark is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Westmark to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Westmark affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Westmark is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Westmark accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Westmark is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Westmark offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westmark's office at (281) 333-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Westmark?
Please contact Dr. Westmark's office at (281) 333-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Westmark have?
Dr. Richard Westmark is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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