David Neils
Expertise in
12
conditions
Expertise in
12
conditions
330 First Capitol Drive, Suite 440, 
St. Charles, MO 

Overview

Dr. David Neils is a neurosurgeon who provides comprehensive neurosurgical services for patients ages 18 and older. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and complex reconstructive spine surgery. He offers consultations and treatments for various conditions affecting the spine, specifically the cervical spine, lumbar spine, and neck. He also treats spinal tumors and deformities as well as brain tumors. Dr. Neils takes pride in being a caring, considerate neurosurgeon, earning his patients' trust and confidence. He takes the time to listen to his patients, so he can learn more about their concerns and goals. He also provides an in-depth explanation of every condition and procedure, ensuring his patients understand their diagnosis and any proposed treatments. Dr. Neils is a board member of the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) and the Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS).

Dr. Neils is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
St. Louis University School Of Medicine
Residency
University of Illinois at Peoria College of Med
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Licenses
Neurological Surgery in IL
Board Certifications
American Board Of Neurological Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board Of Registration
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Dean Health
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
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Health Alliance
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  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Home State Health
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Humana
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Oscar
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  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

SSM Health Neurosciences
330 First Capitol Drive, Suite 440, St. Charles, MO 63301

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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