Find a neurosurgeon near you
Neurosurgeons operate on the brain, spine and nerves, including spinal stenosis, herniated discs and brain tumors.
Neurosurgeons5,757Medicare-enrolled nationwide
States50with at least one neurosurgeon
Most inCA914 in California
Per 100,000 people1.7U.S. average
Neurosurgeons by state
Darker states have more neurosurgeons for their population. Select a state to see its cities.
Neurosurgeons per 100,000 residents
Cities with the most neurosurgeons
Every state
Questions about neurosurgeons
What does a neurosurgeon do?
Neurosurgeons operate on the brain, spine and nerves, including spinal stenosis, herniated discs and brain tumors.
How many neurosurgeons are there in the U.S.?
5,757 neurosurgeons are enrolled in Medicare according to CMS (data imported October 2026), about 1.7 for every 100,000 people. California has the most, with 914.
How do I find a neurosurgeon near me?
Choose your state, then your city, to see every Medicare-enrolled neurosurgeon practicing there with their address, phone number and hospital affiliations. If you have insurance other than Original Medicare, check the doctor is in your plan's network before booking.
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Counts are distinct clinicians whose primary Medicare specialty is neurosurgery; a clinician practicing in several cities appears in each city. Source: CMS Doctors and Clinicians national file, imported October 2026; population from the U.S. Census Bureau. About the data.