44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollock, Neurosurgeon in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Pollock graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Neurological Surgery; Presbyterian Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Pollock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollock’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollock’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Pollock go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow - Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Neurological Surgery; Presbyterian Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Presbyterian University Hospital | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) | PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pollock board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Pollock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pollock speak?
Dr. Pollock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pollock typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pollock 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. Pollock. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
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
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Pollock typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pollock performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pollock. 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:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Stereotactic Headframe Placement
- Radiosurgery Headframe
- Stereotactic Frame Application
- Head Immobilization for Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61800: Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Nerve Pain Treatment (Neurolysis)
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Neurolytic Agent for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Foramen Ovale Neurolysis
CPT Codes:
- 64610: Destruction by neurolytic agent, trigeminal nerve; second and third division branches at foramen ovale under radiologic monitoring
Does Dr. Pollock accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollock accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Pollock in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Philadelphia American Life Insurance Co
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pollock's office located?
What is Dr. Pollock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801876974.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollock
What is Dr. Bruce Pollock's specialty?
Dr. Pollock is a Neurosurgeon near Rochester, MN.
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. Bruce Pollock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollock is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Bruce Pollock accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Pollock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Pollock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollock's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Pollock?
Please contact Dr. Pollock's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Pollock have?
Dr. Bruce Pollock is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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