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Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD is a neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA specializing in neurosurgery. He graduated from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ).
Craniotomy
Craniotomy and craniectomy are surgical procedures used to access the brain and treat tumors, intracranial pressure, or other conditions. These surgeries are performed by creating holes in the skull, or cranium, to expose the brain. The opening in the skull can be immediately replaced (craniotomy), or it can be replaced during a later procedure (craniectomy). The following procedures use craniotomy or craniectomy:
To perform a craniotomy, the surgeon will need to make an incision on the scalp to expose the skull. Some of the hair may be shaved, and the scalp will be cleaned with antiseptic solution. Following the incision, the surgeon will use a drill to remove a piece of the skull, called a bone or skull flap. If the surgeon needs to reach a tumor or perform an aspiration, the dura, which covers the brain, will be incised (cut) to access the lesion. The bone flap will be reattached once the surgeon has completed the procedure. If the surgeon is performing a craniectomy, the same steps will be followed, but a mesh piece will be placed where the bone flap was, and the scalp will be surgically closed. Patients will need to wear a special helmet for a few months after the procedure. The bone flap will be preserved and replaced during a later operation, or it may never be replaced.
Patient recovery period can range from two days to two weeks, depending on the specific procedure and condition. Patient will require monitoring and may be given medication for pain or brain swelling. Patients will have to restrict their physical activity for some time after the procedure, and they may need to work with a physical therapist.
Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD graduated from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). He completed residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). He is certified by the Board certifications: Neurological Surgery and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ)
Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Board Certification: Board certifications: Neurological Surgery (2009)
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Group Health Plan (GHP), First Health PPO, Aetna POS, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, Aetna HMO, Aetna Signature Administrators, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, Aetna Savings Plus, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Gold, AmeriHealth, WellCare, AARP, Medicare Advantage, First Health POS, First Health HMO, HealthSpring, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Oxford HMO, Oxford PPO, First Health, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Qualcare PPO, Perennial Advantage Institutional Special Needs Plan (I-SNP), Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Platinum HMO POS, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Workers Comp, Highmark Blue Shield First Priority Life (FPLIC) - AffordaBlue PPO, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Prime, Aetna Advantra Credit Value, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Flex Plus PPO, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Keystone HMO, Clover Health Classic HMO, Highmark Blue Shield Freedom Blue PPO, Devoted Health Core Pennsylvania (HMO), Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA, Clover Health Choice, PA Health & Wellness Ambetter, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Giveback, Qualcare POS, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Complete, Oscar Health Plan of Pennsylvania HMO, Meritain - Aramark (Other), Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Personal Choice EPO, Qualcare Workers Comp, Medicare - New Jersey, Provider Partners Health Plan Community Plan HMO SNP, UPMC Health Plan Community HealthChoices, Keystone Health Plan East Keystone65 (Essential, Basic, Select, Liberty) HMO, Claim Watcher (Homestead/ INDECs) Open Access, Aetna Advantra Value, Aetna Advantra Eagle POS, Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360) EPO, Americhealth Caritas of Pennsylvania VIP - LGH Only, Highmark Blue Shield My Blue Access PPO, PA Health & Wellness Allwell - HMO, Highmark Blue Shield My Direct Blue EPO, UPMC Health Plan - UPMC for You (PA HealthChoices), Aetna Advantra Premier Plus PPO, BS of New Jersey Advantage - EPO, Highmark Blue Shield BlueCare Custom PPO, WellKids CHIP, Aetna Premier, Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health) Assured Ruby HMO SNP, Devoted Health Choice Plus Pennsylvania (PPO), Keystone Health Plan East POS, Devoted Health Choice Pennsylvania (PPO), PA Health & Wellness Community HealthChoices, Highmark Blue Shield Complete Blue PPO Premier, Keystone Autism Services, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Special, Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health) Payor Access Agreement, Aetna Flexible Five, Devoted Health Giveback Pennsylvania (HMO), Highmark Blue Shield PPO, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) HMO, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners (PA HealthChoices; includes CHIP), Centivo EPO, Aetna Better Health Kids (CHIP) - DH Only, PA Health & Wellness Allwell - PPO, Preferred Health Care/Eliance PPO, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Dual Pearl SNP, Oxford Health Plan POS, Aetna Advantra Cares D-SNP, Highmark Blue Shield Complete Blue PPO Choice Deluxe, Aetna APCN Plus (Multi-Tier), Aetna Premier Plus, Highmark Wholecare (formerly) Gateway Health) Assured Diamond HMO SNP, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Proactive HMO, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Personal Choice 65 (Prime, Saver, Elite) PPO, Aetna Philly Prime, Medicare - Pennsylvania, Clover Health Choice Value PPO, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Behavioral Health, Meritain - Aramark (Pennsylvania Premier Medical Plan), Aetna Upfront Advantage, Keystone First - CHIP Health Plan, Devoted Health Dual Plus Pennsylvania (HMO D-SNP), Aetna Freedom Core, Qualcare HMO, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Flex, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) PPO, PA Health & Wellness Allwell - SNP, Aetna Advantra Eagle HMO, Provider Partners Health Plan Advantage Plan HMO SNP, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Personal Choice PPO, Aetna Advantra Value Plus, Preferred Health Care/Eliance EPO, Independence Blue Cross (IBC) POS, Clover Health Value, Aetna Student Health Plan PPO, Aetna PPO APCN, Devoted Health Choice Giveback Pennsylvania (PPO), Global Medical Management, Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners Silver and Keystone Health Plan East HMO.
According to our sources, Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1297 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John Y. K. Lee, MSCE, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,239
Spinal Implant $1,239 |
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$63
Nubeqa $46 |
Xofigo $17 |
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$19
DALVANCE $19 |
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Dr. John Lee specializes in neurosurgery and practices in Philadelphia, PA. Before performing his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Dr. Lee attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) for medical school. His areas of expertise include the following: hemifacial spasm, gamma knife radiosurgery, and epidermoid cyst. His patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan. Dr. Lee has received the following distinction: Recognized annually in Philadelphia Magazine's Top Docs issue from through. He is professionally affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. Lee has an open panel in Philadelphia, PA according to Penn Medicine.
