Dr. Lynn Hedeman, MD

Dr. Lynn Hedeman, MD

Neurosurgery  ·  
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Age 73
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Dr. Lynn Hedeman, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Grand Rapids, MI and has been practicing for 49 years. He graduated from University of Mi Med Sch in 1969 and specializes in neurosurgery.
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Mercy Health Saint Mary's Campus

245 Cherry St SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Contact Information

(616) 685-5050

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Humana
  • + 6 More

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Top Care Areas

See how frequently Dr. Hedeman performs your care needs compared to other doctors.

Bone Disorders
high
more than 82% of peers
Brain Disorders
normal
more than 70% of peers
Myelopathy
normal
more than 67% of peers

Dr. Hedeman's percentages are based on the rate of treatment compared to peers nationwide from insurance data. Learn more info about our data and this Top Care Areas component.

1  Specialties

  • Neurosurgery

1  Board Certifications

  • Neurosurgery
    Accredited by: American Board of Neurological Surgery*

23  Conditions Treated

  • Aneurysm
  • Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
  • Bone Cancer
  • Bone Disorders
  • Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Disorders
  • Cancer
  • Cauda Equina Syndrome
  • Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Ear Disorders
  • Epilepsy
  • Meningiomas
  • Myelopathy
  • Nerve Sheath Tumors
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Spina Bifida
  • Stroke
  • Thrombosis
  • Vascular Disease
  • Vertebral Column Tumors

7  Procedures

  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
  • Epidural Block, Facet Blocks
  • Neuroplasty
  • Neurostimulation
  • Paracentesis
  • Spinal Nerve Block

Background Check

Malpractice Claims not available

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0 Sanctions

No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

0 Board Actions

No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

Education

  • University of Mi Med Sch
    Medical School | Graduated 1969
  • University of Kansas Hospital
    Internship Hospital | Completed
  • University of Kansas Hospital
    Residency Hospital | Completed

Awards & Recognition

Awards & Honors
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications

Dr. Hedeman has no media or publications listed.

Languages Spoken

  • English

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

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Dr. Hedeman's Reviews

3.6
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Hedeman to family and friends
22 total reviews (4 have comments)
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Likelihood to Recommend (22)

  • 5
    (13)
  • 4
    (0)
  • 3
    (2)
  • 2
    (2)
  • 1
    (5)

Dr. Hedeman's Performance

  • Trustworthiness

    VERY GOOD

  • Explains condition(s) well

    VERY GOOD

  • Answers questions

    VERY GOOD

  • Time well spent

    VERY GOOD

Office & Staff Performance

  • Scheduling

    VERY GOOD

  • Office environment

    EXCELLENT

  • Staff friendliness

    VERY GOOD

  • Average wait time

    16 to 30 minutes

Patient Comments (4)

Dr. Lynn Hedeman performed a laminectomy my back in May of 2017. I found him to be attentive to my concerns about surgery. As my previous spinal injection had not provided significant relief, he recommended surgery. I had immediate relief from all of my symptioms which had been affecting me for...more
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I cough 3 mos yearly from bronchitis, needed C5-C6 fusion. Questioned surgery. Chest xray clear-learned bronchitis doesn't show on xray. Surgery performed-cadaver bone, no instrumentation. Right arm agony post surgery, still coughing. Had laminectomy two mos later. Didn't remove arthritic...more
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I just love him! He's given me life back and continues to fix problems that have been over looked by other doctors. I can't be more grateful to him and his wonderful staff.
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I have had several neck and back surgeries with Dr. Hedeman. I have found him to be knowledgeable, and proficient.
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Dr. Hedeman accepts 15 insurance carriers

  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Blue Card PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
    Blue Care Network PCP Focus Network
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
    Cigna HMO
    Cigna PPO
    Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Cofinity
    Cofinity PPO
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Humana
    Choice Care PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Priority Health
    Priority PPO
  • Spectrum Health
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthCare
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation
    Worker's Compensation WC

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Dr. Hedeman's affiliated hospitals

Mercy Health Saint Mary's Campus
200 Jefferson Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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