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Dr. Azam Ahmed, MD

Dr. Azam Ahmed, MD

Neurosurgeon

Madison, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Neurosurgeon in Madison, WI?

    Dr. Azam Ahmed, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (608) 263-1530.

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

      What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

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

      • English
      • Hindi
      • Urdu

      What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

      • Brain Aneurysm
      • Cerebral Aneurysm
      • Brain Artery Bulge
      • Intracranial Aneurysm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

      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

      Also known as:

      • Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
      • Pituitary Disorder
      • Pituitary Gland Problems
      • Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
      • Endocrine Gland Disorders

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland

      Also known as:

      • Other Brain Disorder
      • Brain Disease
      • Various Brain Conditions
      • Uncommon Brain Problems
      • Specified Brain Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

      Also known as:

      • Aneurysm
      • Aneurysms
      • Artery Bulge
      • Blood Vessel Widening
      • Vascular Aneurysm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site

      Also known as:

      • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
      • Brain Disease
      • Brain tumor of unknown nature
      • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
      • Indeterminate brain mass

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior 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

      What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

      As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

      • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
      • Vertebral Artery Angiography
      • Carotid artery angiography
      • Cerebral angiography
      • Intracranial carotid angiography
      • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
      • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
      • Vertebral artery imaging
      • Brain blood vessel scan

      CPT Codes:

      • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
      • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

      Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?

      Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Madison, WI?

      Dr. Ahmed in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Ascension Health

      • Centene Corporation

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Marshfield Clinic Health System

      • Medicare

      • Molina Healthcare

      • Prairie States Enterprises

      • State of Wisconsin

      • UMR Administered Payer

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

      Dr. Azam Ahmed's Primary Practice

      600 Highland Ave

      Madison, WI 53792

      (608) 263-1530

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      Dr. Azam Ahmed's Practice 2

      2651 Windsor St

      Sun Prairie, WI 53590

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      Dr. Azam Ahmed's Practice 3

      1050 E Broadway

      Monona, WI 53716

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

      Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295790525.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

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

      What is Dr. Azam Ahmed's specialty?

      Dr. Ahmed is a Neurosurgeon near Madison, WI.

      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 Dr. Azam Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, Uw Health Swedishamerican 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 Dr. Azam Ahmed accepting new patients in Madison, WI?

      Yes, Dr. Azam Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Azam Ahmed offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (608) 263-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Azam Ahmed?

      Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (608) 263-1530 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

      Dr. Ahmed's offices are located in Madison, WI, Sun Prairie, WI, and Monona, WI.