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Dr. Walter Galicich, MD

Minneapolis, MN

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    Who is Dr. Galicich, Neurosurgeon in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Walter Galicich, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Galicich completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Galicich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galicich’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galicich’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Neurological Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Galicich board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Galicich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Galicich speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Galicich treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Galicich 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. Galicich. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Does Dr. Galicich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Galicich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Galicich accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Galicich in Minneapolis, 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 and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Hennepin Health Plan (MN)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Galicich's office located?

    Dr. Walter Galicich's Primary Practice

    701 Park Ave # 350

    Minneapolis, MN 55415

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    Dr. Walter Galicich's Practice 2

    800 E 28th St # 305

    Minneapolis, MN 55407

    (612) 871-7278

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    Dr. Walter Galicich's Practice 3

    790 W 66th St

    Richfield, MN 55423

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Walter Galicich an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Galicich has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Galicich, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Galicich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457369241.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galicich?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Galicich's specialty?

    Dr. Galicich is a Neurosurgeon near Minneapolis, MN. 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. Galicich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Galicich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Galicich is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hennepin Healthcare. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Walter Galicich accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Galicich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Galicich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Galicich's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Galicich?

    Please contact Dr. Galicich's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Galicich have?

    Dr. Walter Galicich is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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