Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmerman, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Richard Zimmerman, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Zimmerman graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barrow Neur Inst St Jos Hp Mc, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Zimmerman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmerman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmerman’s office at (480) 301-8000.
Where did Dr. Zimmerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barrow Neur Inst St Jos Hp Mc, Neurological Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Neurological Surgery | BARROW NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Zimmerman board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Zimmerman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zimmerman speak?
Dr. Zimmerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Zimmerman typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Zimmerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerman accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Zimmerman in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?
What is Dr. Zimmerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780669937.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmerman
What is Dr. Richard Zimmerman's specialty?
Dr. Zimmerman is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Richard Zimmerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zimmerman is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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
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Is Richard Zimmerman accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Richard Zimmerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Zimmerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (480) 301-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Zimmerman?
Please contact Dr. Zimmerman's office at (480) 301-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Zimmerman have?
Dr. Richard Zimmerman is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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