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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allen, Neurosurgeon in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Robert Allen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Allen completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Allen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (919) 785-3400.
Where did Dr. Allen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Neurological Surgery; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Allen board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Allen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Allen speak?
Dr. Allen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Allen typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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:
- 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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
Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?
Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 785-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Allen in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Allen's office located?
Dr. Robert Allen's Primary Practice
5838 Six Forks Rd Ste 100
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 785-3400
What is Dr. Allen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952376949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allen
What is Dr. Robert Allen's specialty?
Dr. Allen is a Neurosurgeon near Raleigh, NC.
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. Robert Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Unc Health Rex 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
When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Allen accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Allen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Allen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (919) 785-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Allen?
Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (919) 785-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Allen have?
Dr. Robert Allen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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