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Dr. Ronald Greenwald, MD

Dr. Ronald Greenwald, MD

San Mateo, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Greenwald, Neurosurgeon in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Ronald Greenwald, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Greenwald graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, General Surgery; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Greenwald is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Greenwald’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Greenwald’s office at (650) 968-4747.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, General Surgery; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cook County & Saint Francis HospitalUniversity of Illnois Medical Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    Is Dr. Greenwald board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Greenwald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Greenwald speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Greenwald treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Greenwald 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. Greenwald. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain
    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, 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 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:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Does Dr. Greenwald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Greenwald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 968-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Greenwald accept in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Greenwald in San Mateo, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Greenwald's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Greenwald's Primary Practice

    222 W 39th Ave # 316

    San Mateo, CA 94403

    (650) 968-4747

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    Dr. Ronald Greenwald's Practice 2

    2950 Whipple Ave Ste 4

    Redwood City, CA 94062

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    Dr. Ronald Greenwald's Practice 3

    2500 Hospital Dr Bldg 15

    Mountain View, CA 94040

    (650) 968-4747

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

    Dr. Greenwald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316954191.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Greenwald?

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

    What is Dr. Ronald Greenwald's specialty?

    Dr. Greenwald is a Neurosurgeon near San Mateo, 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. Greenwald to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ronald Greenwald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Greenwald is affiliated with El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Ronald Greenwald accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Greenwald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Greenwald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Greenwald's office at (650) 968-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Greenwald?

    Please contact Dr. Greenwald's office at (650) 968-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Greenwald have?

    Dr. Ronald Greenwald is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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