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Dr. Wouter Schievink, MD

Dr. Wouter Schievink, MD

West Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schievink, Neurosurgeon in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Wouter Schievink, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in West Hollywood, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Schievink completed his residency at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Schievink is fluent in English, Dutch, and Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schievink’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schievink’s office at (310) 423-0810.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schievink?

    Dr. Wouter Schievink, 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. Schievink empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Cerebral, Brain Tumors, Neurovascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood/CA community, Dr. Schievink is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Barrow Neurological Institute

    • Residency: Mayo Clinic

    • Medical School: University of Amsterdam Medical School

    Is Dr. Schievink board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Wouter Schievink, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Schievink speak?

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

    • Dutch

    • English

    • Flemish

    What conditions does Dr. Schievink treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Schievink 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. Schievink. 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:

    • Spinal Fluid Leak
    • Meninges Disorder
    • CSF Leak
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak
    • Meningeal Disease
    • Disorder of Brain/Spinal Cord Coverings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9600: Cerebrospinal fluid leak, unspecified
    • G96198: Other disorders of meninges, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Spontaneous Spinal Fluid Leak
    • Spinal Fluid Leak
    • CSF Leak from Spine
    • Spinal CSF Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9602: Spinal cerebrospinal fluid leak, spontaneous
    • G9609: Other spinal cerebrospinal fluid leak

    Also known as:

    • Spontaneous Low Brain Fluid Pressure
    • Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension
    • SIH
    • Spontaneous CSF Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G96811: Intracranial hypotension, spontaneous

    Also known as:

    • Headache with Dizziness
    • Headache
    • Orthostatic headache
    • Head pain with standing
    • Headache and lightheadedness
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R510: Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
    • R519: Headache, 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:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Perineural Cyst
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Tarlov Cyst
    • Spinal Nerve Root Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G96191: Perineural cyst

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Benign Spinal Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Non-cancerous spinal cord lining tumor
    • Spinal membrane tumor
    • Spinal meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D321: Benign neoplasm of spinal meninges

    Also known as:

    • Dural Tear
    • Brain Disease
    • Torn Dura
    • Dura Mater Tear
    • Spinal Dura Tear
    • Brain Lining Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9611: Dural tear

    Does Dr. Schievink accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schievink accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-0810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schievink accept in West Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Schievink in West Hollywood, 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

    • Centene

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schievink's office located?

    Dr. Wouter Schievink's Primary Practice

    8700 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-0810

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    Dr. Wouter Schievink's Practice 2

    127 S San Vicente Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. Wouter Schievink's Practice 3

    127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste A6600

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-7900

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

    Dr. Schievink's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275517195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schievink?

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

    What is Dr. Wouter Schievink's specialty?

    Dr. Schievink is a Neurosurgeon near West Hollywood, 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. Schievink to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wouter Schievink affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schievink is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Wouter Schievink accepting new patients in West Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wouter Schievink is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wouter Schievink offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schievink's office at (310) 423-0810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wouter Schievink?

    Please contact Dr. Schievink's office at (310) 423-0810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wouter Schievink have?

    Dr. Wouter Schievink is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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