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Dr. Ghassan Khayyat, MD

Neurosurgeon

Fairlawn, OH

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khayyat, Neurosurgeon in Fairlawn, OH?

    Dr. Ghassan Khayyat, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fairlawn, OH. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Khayyat graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurology. Dr. Khayyat is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khayyat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khayyat’s office at (330) 665-4100.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurology | Amer U Hosp | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    Is Dr. Khayyat board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ghassan Khayyat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Khayyat speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Khayyat typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Khayyat 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. Khayyat. 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:

    • 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:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    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:

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Khayyat typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Khayyat 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. Khayyat. 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:

    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
    • Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
    • Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife
    • Brain Radiation Therapy
    • Particle Beam Therapy
    • Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
    • CyberKnife Radiosurgery
    • Focused Radiation for Brain
    • SRS

    CPT Codes:

    • 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
    • 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion

    Also known as:

    • Stereotactic Headframe Placement
    • Radiosurgery Headframe
    • Stereotactic Frame Application
    • Head Immobilization for Radiosurgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 61800: Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Application of Cranial Tongs or Frame
    • Skull Tongs Placement
    • Stereotactic Frame Application
    • Head Immobilization Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 20660: Application of cranial tongs, caliper, or stereotactic frame, including removal (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Khayyat accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khayyat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 665-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khayyat accept in Fairlawn, OH?

    Dr. Khayyat in Fairlawn, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Khayyat's office located?

    Dr. Ghassan Khayyat's Primary Practice

    762 S Cleveland Massillon Rd

    Fairlawn, OH 44333

    (330) 665-4100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Khayyat affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Khayyat has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cleveland Clinic Akron General,Akron, OH

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

    Dr. Khayyat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528052040.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khayyat?

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

    What is Dr. Ghassan Khayyat's specialty?

    Dr. Khayyat is a Neurosurgeon near Fairlawn, OH.

    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 Dr. Ghassan Khayyat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khayyat is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina 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 Dr. Ghassan Khayyat accepting new patients in Fairlawn, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Ghassan Khayyat is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ghassan Khayyat offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khayyat's office at (330) 665-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ghassan Khayyat?

    Please contact Dr. Khayyat's office at (330) 665-4100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Khayyat's office located?

    Dr. Khayyat's office is located in Fairlawn, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ghassan Khayyat have?

    Dr. Ghassan Khayyat is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.