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Dr. Vikram Prabhu, MD

Maywood, IL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prabhu, Neurosurgeon in Maywood, IL?

    Dr. Vikram Prabhu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Prabhu graduated from St. John's Medical College. Dr. Prabhu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prabhu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prabhu’s office at (708) 216-8563.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prabhu?

    Dr. Vikram Prabhu, 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. Prabhu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumors, Skull Base Tumors, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Maywood/IL community, Dr. Prabhu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: St. John's Medical College | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Prabhu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Prabhu treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Prabhu 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. Prabhu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sciatic Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Sciatica
    • Sciatic Neuropathy
    • Pinched Sciatic Nerve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5702: Lesion of sciatic nerve, left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    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:

    • 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Head Damage
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XD: Unspecified injury of head, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Does Dr. Prabhu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prabhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-8563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prabhu accept in Maywood, IL?

    Dr. Prabhu in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Prabhu's office located?

    Dr. Vikram Prabhu's Primary Practice

    2160 S 1st Ave

    Maywood, IL 60153

    (708) 216-8563

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    Dr. Vikram Prabhu's Practice 2

    719 W North Ave

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

    (708) 538-6773

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    Dr. Vikram Prabhu's Practice 3

    6800 N Frontage Rd

    Burr Ridge, IL 60527

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

    Dr. Prabhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124005004.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prabhu?

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

    What is Dr. Vikram Prabhu's specialty?

    Dr. Prabhu is a Neurosurgeon near Maywood, IL. 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. Prabhu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vikram Prabhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prabhu is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, MacNeal Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Vikram Prabhu accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Prabhu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikram Prabhu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prabhu's office at (708) 216-8563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikram Prabhu?

    Please contact Dr. Prabhu's office at (708) 216-8563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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