21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Meirelles, Neurosurgeon in Yakima, WA?
Dr. Eduardo Meirelles, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Yakima, WA. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Meirelles graduated from College Of Medicine, University Of Illinois and completed his residency at General Surgery Residency. Yale University , Department Of Surgery 1998-1999. Dr. Meirelles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meirelles’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meirelles’s office at (509) 834-7050.
Where did Dr. Meirelles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: General Surgery Residency. Yale University , Department Of Surgery 1998-1999
Medical School: College Of Medicine, University Of Illinois | College Of Medicine, University Of Illinois | University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meirelles speak?
Dr. Meirelles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Meirelles typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Meirelles 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. Meirelles. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Meirelles accept my insurance?
Dr. Meirelles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 834-7050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meirelles accept in Yakima, WA?
Dr. Meirelles in Yakima, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
First Administrators
First Choice Health Network
Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
Medicaid
Mutual of Omaha
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Meirelles' office located?
What is Dr. Meirelles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meirelles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508843970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meirelles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meirelles
What is Dr. Eduardo Meirelles's specialty?
Dr. Meirelles is a Neurosurgeon near Yakima, WA.
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. Eduardo Meirelles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Meirelles is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Astria Toppenish Hospital, Astria Sunnyside Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eduardo Meirelles accepting new patients in Yakima, WA?
Yes, Dr. Eduardo Meirelles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eduardo Meirelles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meirelles's office at (509) 834-7050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eduardo Meirelles?
Please contact Dr. Meirelles's office at (509) 834-7050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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