42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Medhkour, Neurosurgeon in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Azedine Medhkour, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Medhkour graduated from UniversitÈ d'Alger FacultÈ des Sciences MÈdicales and completed his residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Medhkour is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medhkour’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medhkour’s office at (419) 383-3759.
Where did Dr. Medhkour go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Universite D'Algiers | UniversitÈ d'Alger FacultÈ des Sciences MÈdicales | Pharmacie Univ D Alger, Alger
Is Dr. Medhkour board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Azedine Medhkour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Medhkour speak?
Dr. Medhkour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Medhkour treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Medhkour 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. Medhkour. 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
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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
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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Medhkour perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Medhkour 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. Medhkour. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Medhkour accept my insurance?
Dr. Medhkour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 383-3759 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Medhkour accept in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Medhkour in Edinburg, 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
Centene
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Medhkour's office located?
Dr. Azedine Medhkour's Primary Practice
2402 Cornerstone Blvd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(419) 383-3759
What is Dr. Medhkour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Medhkour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437154424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medhkour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medhkour
What is Dr. Azedine Medhkour's specialty?
Dr. Medhkour is a Neurosurgeon near Edinburg, 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. Medhkour to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Azedine Medhkour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Medhkour is affiliated with DHR Health, Rio Grande Regional 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 Azedine Medhkour accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Azedine Medhkour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azedine Medhkour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Medhkour's office at (419) 383-3759 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azedine Medhkour?
Please contact Dr. Medhkour's office at (419) 383-3759 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Azedine Medhkour have?
Dr. Azedine Medhkour is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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