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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kissel, Neurosurgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Phillip Kissel, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kissel graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kissel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kissel’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kissel’s office at (805) 544-4455.
Where did Dr. Kissel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kissel board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Kissel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kissel speak?
Dr. Kissel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kissel treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kissel 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. Kissel. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Benign Brain Tumor
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain growth
- Brain adenoma
- Non-malignant brain mass
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D330: Benign neoplasm of brain, supratentorial
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
- I6203: Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage
- I6202: Nontraumatic subacute subdural hemorrhage
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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Does Dr. Kissel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kissel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 544-4455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kissel accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Kissel in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kissel's office located?
Dr. Phillip Kissel's Primary Practice
699 California Blvd # A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-4455
What is Dr. Kissel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kissel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306877030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kissel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kissel
What is Dr. Phillip Kissel's specialty?
Dr. Kissel is a Neurosurgeon near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Kissel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phillip Kissel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kissel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventist Health Sierra Vista. 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 Phillip Kissel accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Kissel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Kissel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kissel's office at (805) 544-4455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Kissel?
Please contact Dr. Kissel's office at (805) 544-4455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Kissel have?
Dr. Phillip Kissel is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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