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Dr. William Young, MD
Fort Wayne, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Young, Neurosurgeon in Fort Wayne, IN?
Dr. William Young, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Young graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Neurological Surgery; Temple Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Young is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office at (260) 460-3100.
Where did Dr. Young go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Neurological Surgery; Temple Univ Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Young board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. William Young, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Young speak?
Dr. Young and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Young typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Young typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
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:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
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
Does Dr. Young accept my insurance?
Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 460-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Fort Wayne, IN?
Dr. Young in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Young's office located?
Dr. William Young's Primary Practice
11104 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 320
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
(260) 460-3100
What is Dr. Young's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982601787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Young
What is Dr. William Young's specialty?
Dr. Young is a Neurosurgeon near Fort Wayne, IN.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Young affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Bryan Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Parkview Huntington 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 William Young accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?
Yes, Dr. William Young is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Young offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (260) 460-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Young?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (260) 460-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Young have?
Dr. William Young is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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