32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valadka, Neurosurgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Alex Valadka, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Valadka completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Valadka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valadka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valadka’s office at (214) 590-5603.
Where did Dr. Valadka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine
Is Dr. Valadka board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alex Valadka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Valadka speak?
Dr. Valadka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Valadka treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Valadka 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. Valadka. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
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 Dr. Valadka perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Valadka 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. Valadka. 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:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Skull Bone or Plate Replacement
- Cranioplasty
- Skull flap reattachment
- Prosthetic skull plate insertion
- Skull defect repair
CPT Codes:
- 62143: Replacement of bone flap or prosthetic plate of skull
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)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Valadka accept my insurance?
Dr. Valadka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 590-5603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valadka accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Valadka in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
California Foundation for Medical Care
Centene
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Valadka's office located?
What is Dr. Valadka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valadka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881633709.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valadka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valadka
What is Dr. Alex Valadka's specialty?
Dr. Valadka is a Neurosurgeon near Dallas, 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. Valadka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Valadka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valadka is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, William P. Clements Jr. University 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 Alex Valadka accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alex Valadka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Valadka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valadka's office at (214) 590-5603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Valadka?
Please contact Dr. Valadka's office at (214) 590-5603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Valadka have?
Dr. Alex Valadka is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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