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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Albuquerque, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Felipe Albuquerque, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Albuquerque graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Albuquerque is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albuquerque’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albuquerque’s office at (602) 406-3158.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Albuquerque?
Dr. Felipe Albuquerque, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Albuquerque empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Albuquerque is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Albuquerque go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Albuquerque board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Felipe Albuquerque, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Albuquerque speak?
Dr. Albuquerque and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Albuquerque treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Albuquerque 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. Albuquerque. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Fistulas
- AV Fistula
- Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection
- Artery-Vein Connection
ICD-10 Codes:
- I770: Arteriovenous fistula, acquired
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6203: Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage
What procedures does Dr. Albuquerque perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Albuquerque 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. Albuquerque. 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:
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
- Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
- Subclavian Artery Catheterization
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Neck Artery X-ray
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Brain Blood Vessel Study
CPT Codes:
- 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheter Placement
- Targeted Catheter Placement in an Artery
- Selective Venous Catheterization
- Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Vein Catheter
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
- Selective Artery Catheterization
- Thoracic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter
- Brachiocephalic Catheter Placement
- Thoracic Artery Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
- 36217: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Selective Brain Artery Catheterization with Angiography
- Cerebral Angiography
- Intracranial Catheter Placement
- Brain Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 36228: Selective catheter placement, each intracranial branch of the internal carotid or vertebral arteries, unilateral, with angiography of the selected vessel circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (eg, middle cerebral artery, posterior inferior cerebellar artery) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
- Neurovascular embolization
- Intracranial vessel occlusion
- Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)
Also known as:
- Intracranial Thrombectomy (Stroke Treatment)
- Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke
- Brain Clot Removal (Percutaneous)
- Intracranial Thrombolysis
- Endovascular Stroke Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61645: Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s)
Also known as:
- Targeted Drug Delivery to Brain Blood Vessels
- Intracranial Drug Infusion
- Endovascular Brain Therapy
- Cerebral Arterial Infusion
- Brain Catheter Drug Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 61650: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; initial vascular territory
Also known as:
- Prolonged Medicine Delivery to Brain Arteries (Additional Area)
- Intracranial drug infusion
- Brain artery pharmacotherapy
- Endovascular brain medication
CPT Codes:
- 61651: Endovascular intracranial prolonged administration of pharmacologic agent(s) other than for thrombolysis, arterial, including catheter placement, diagnostic angiography, and imaging guidance; each additional vascular territory (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Albuquerque accept my insurance?
Dr. Albuquerque accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-3158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albuquerque accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Albuquerque in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Albuquerque's office located?
Dr. Felipe Albuquerque's Primary Practice
2910 N 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 406-3158
What is Dr. Albuquerque's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albuquerque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447245022.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albuquerque?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albuquerque
What is Dr. Felipe Albuquerque's specialty?
Dr. Albuquerque is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Albuquerque to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Felipe Albuquerque affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albuquerque is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center 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 Felipe Albuquerque accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Felipe Albuquerque is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Felipe Albuquerque offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office at (602) 406-3158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Felipe Albuquerque?
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office at (602) 406-3158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Felipe Albuquerque have?
Dr. Felipe Albuquerque is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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