Overview
Ganesh Rao, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ganesh Rao specializes in Neurosurgery and works at BCM Neurosurgery. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-4696. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted.
Dr. Rao is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Metastatic Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
Dr. Rao is board certified in Board Recertification 2019, Re-Certification American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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Locations
7200 Cambridge St, Fl 9B MS BCM650, Houston, TX 77030
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ganesh Rao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ganesh Rao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ganesh Rao by calling their office at 713-798-2225. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ganesh Rao a top-rated expert for Posterior Fossa Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ganesh Rao is classified as an Distinguished expert for Posterior Fossa Tumor, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ganesh Rao specialize in?
While Dr. Ganesh Rao is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Ganesh Rao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ganesh Rao has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Posterior Fossa Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Ganesh Rao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ganesh Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganesh Rao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Community Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-2225 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Rao isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Advanced
- AstrocytomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain TumorDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GlioblastomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Rao isAdvanced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)
- Experienced
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.
- DysarthriaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Frontonasal DysplasiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Frontonasal Dysplasia.
- Gamma Knife RadiosurgeryDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- MeningiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- ParaplegiaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Paraplegia.
- Primary Basilar ImpressionDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Primary Basilar Impression.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Rao isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.