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Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD

Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD

Neurosurgeon

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Butowski, Neurosurgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Butowski graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Neurology. Dr. Butowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butowski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butowski’s office at (415) 353-2996.

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

    • Fellowship: UCSF Medical Center, Neuro-oncology | UCSF Medical Center, Neuro-oncology

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Neurology | University of California, San Francisco

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Butowski board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Butowski speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Butowski 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. Butowski. 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 Tumor
    • Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor
    • Temporal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Does Dr. Butowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butowski accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Butowski in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Butowski's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Butowski's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-2996

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

    Dr. Butowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184681009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butowski?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Butowski's specialty?

    Dr. Butowski is a Neurosurgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    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. Nicholas Butowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Butowski is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center 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 Dr. Nicholas Butowski accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Butowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Butowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butowski's office at (415) 353-2996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Butowski?

    Please contact Dr. Butowski's office at (415) 353-2996 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Butowski's office located?

    Dr. Butowski's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Butowski have?

    Dr. Nicholas Butowski is certified by the American Board of Urology.