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Dr. Nathaniel Brooks, MD

Dr. Nathaniel Brooks, MD

Neurosurgeon

Madison, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Nathaniel Brooks, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brooks graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (608) 263-1530.

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

    • Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • 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 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks accept in Madison, WI?

    Dr. Brooks 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?

    Dr. Nathaniel Brooks' Primary Practice

    600 Highland Ave

    Madison, WI 53792

    (608) 263-1530

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    Dr. Nathaniel Brooks' Practice 2

    251 2nd St

    Reedsburg, WI 53959

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    Dr. Nathaniel Brooks' Practice 3

    5618 Odana Rd

    Madison, WI 53719

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

    Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306802053.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?

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

    What is Dr. Nathaniel Brooks's specialty?

    Dr. Brooks 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. Nathaniel Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Southwest Health Center, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah 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. Nathaniel Brooks accepting new patients in Madison, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Nathaniel Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathaniel Brooks offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nathaniel Brooks?

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

    Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?

    Dr. Brooks' offices are located in Madison, WI and Reedsburg, WI.