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Dr. William Brown, MD

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Neurosurgeon in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. William Brown, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Brown graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at BOWMAN GRAY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (336) 765-7655.

    Where did Dr. Brown go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: BOWMAN GRAY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brown board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. William Brown, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

    Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical 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:

    • Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Fragility Fracture of Spine
    • Pathological Vertebral Fracture
    • Spinal Compression Fracture from Osteoporosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8088XA: Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spine Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Back
    • Vertebral Fracture
    • Thoracic Spine Fracture
    • Compression Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S22080A: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Compressed L1 fracture
    • First lumbar compression fracture
    • Broken L1 bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 765-7655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Brown in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gilsbar

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. William Brown's Primary Practice

    190 Kimel Park Dr Ste 155

    Winston Salem, NC 27103

    (336) 765-7655

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    Dr. William Brown's Practice 2

    7825 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Ste 150

    Charlotte, NC 28277

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    Dr. William Brown's Practice 3

    935 Fairystone Park Hwy

    Stanleytown, VA 24168

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    What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932141827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown

    What is Dr. William Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Neurosurgeon near Winston Salem, NC. 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. Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is William Brown accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

    Yes, Dr. William Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (336) 765-7655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (336) 765-7655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Brown have?

    Dr. William Brown is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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