Compare 7 neurosurgeons in Bellingham, WA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Neurosurgeons
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Accepting patients
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Most common: MD
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Bellingham has 7 neurosurgeons. The most common credential is MD (57%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include UW Medical Center, Harborview Medical Center, and Seattle Children's Hospital. Local training programs run through University of Washington School of Medicine and Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Bellingham neurosurgeons include medicare, qhp-38344, and unitedhealthcare. 57% accept Medicare.
The consultation includes a neurological exam and detailed review of your imaging (MRI, CT). The neurosurgeon will explain whether surgery is recommended, what the procedure involves, the expected outcome, and the risks. They may recommend trying conservative treatments first (physical therapy, injections, medication) before operating. For elective procedures, you will have time to ask questions and seek a second opinion if desired.
See a neurosurgeon for brain tumors, herniated discs causing nerve compression, spinal stenosis not improving with conservative treatment, spinal fractures or instability, brain aneurysms, trigeminal neuralgia, carpal tunnel syndrome (when surgery is needed), hydrocephalus, Chiari malformation, and traumatic injuries to the brain or spine. Your neurologist, PCP, or ER physician will typically make the referral.
Consultation copay: $30-75 · Discectomy: $15,000-50,000 · Spinal fusion: $25,000-100,000+ · Brain tumor removal: $50,000-150,000+
Bellingham, WA has 7 licensed neurosurgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of neurosurgeons in Bellingham, WA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among neurosurgeons in Bellingham, WA include medicare, qhp-38344, and unitedhealthcare. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A consultation copay is $50 to $100. Spinal fusion costs $20,000 to $80,000. Brain tumor surgery costs $30,000 to $100,000+. Carpal tunnel release costs $2,000 to $5,000. Actual costs in Bellingham, WA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Neurosurgery is among the most expensive surgical specialties. Multiple bills are standard: surgeon, assistant surgeon, anesthesia, facility, implants (spinal hardware), and neuromonitoring. Get pre-authorization and ask about in-network status for all providers involved in the case.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Bellingham, WA has 7 neurosurgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Bellingham, WA, 57% hold the MD credential and 29% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
57% of neurosurgeons in Bellingham, WA accept Medicare. Medicare covers medically necessary neurosurgery, including spinal procedures, brain tumor removal, and treatment for conditions like trigeminal neuralgia. Facility and anesthesia fees are separate. Standard cost-sharing applies. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Bellingham, WA include medicare, qhp-38344, and unitedhealthcare.
Neurosurgery is covered under medical insurance when medically indicated. Prior authorization is required for nearly all elective neurosurgical procedures. Verify that the neurosurgeon, the hospital, and the anesthesiologist are all in-network. Spine surgery and brain surgery are among the most expensive procedures in medicine. Request a detailed cost estimate and confirm your out-of-pocket maximum.