Chen Xu

Overview

Dr. Xu is a neurological specialist with AHN Neuroscience Institute. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and robotic spine surgery as solutions to herniations, myelopathy, stenosis, neuro-trauma, neuropathy, scoliosis, and neuralgia. He also provides treatments for back, leg, and neck pain as well as for cervical disorders, spinal-based issues, and nerve complications. Dr. Xu earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His residency was completed AHN Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, where he also continued to complete a fellowship in Complex Spine Surgery. He is a widely published contributor to several journals and book chapters and has also given numerous presentations pertaining to his specialties. Dr. Xu’s philosophy is to take an individual approach to every patient so they can improve their quality of life quickly and safely. Patients can make an appointment with him at Allegheny General Hospital or at his office in Washington, Pennsylvania.

His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Xu is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Neurosurgery
Physiatry

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

AGH-WPH Medical Education Consortium Internships, Residencies, Fellowships

Hospital Affiliations

Canonsburg General Hospital
Allegheny General Hospital
The Washington Hospital
Jefferson Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Mandarin

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

AHN Neurosurgery - Floor 4 at Hemlock Building
320 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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What conditions does Dr. Chen Xu specialize in?

While Dr. Chen Xu is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Laminectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Chen Xu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Chen Xu has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Chen Xu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Chen Xu accept my insurance?

Dr. Chen Xu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-359-6200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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