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Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD

Accepting New Patients
(Dr. Stephen J. Monteith, MD)
Specializes in: Neurosurgery
The University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (2005)
Professional interests include: microvascular decompression, pituitary tumor, acromegaly, and more.
550 17th Avenue Suite 110
Seattle, WA 98122

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD is a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA specializing in neurosurgery. He graduated from The University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD is affiliated with Providence, Swedish Medical Center, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish Health Services, Swedish First Hill Campus and PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES- WASHINGTON.

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Office Locations

550 17th Avenue Suite 110
Seattle, WA 98122
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Some issues Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD can help you with:

Hydrocephalus

Normally, the brain is bathed in a liquid called cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid cushions and nurtures the brain cells as it flows around and through the brain. Sometimes, cerebrospinal fluid does not get reabsorbed into the body properly, or a blockage in the brain can stop it from flowing. This causes a buildup of pressure called hydrocephalus. This condition affects a wide range of people, but it is much more prevalent among infants and older adults. Left untreated, hydrocephalus can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as headaches and blurred vision, and eventually may cause brain damage.

Hydrocephalus is most often treated with an implanted device called a shunt. A shunt is a long, thin tube that is used to drain excess fluid. One end is placed within the brain. The tube runs under the skin, along the neck behind the ear, and to another part of the body where the fluid can be reabsorbed. Most often this is the abdomen, but the chest or other areas can also be used. Shunts have a valve that allows doctors to monitor and control the pressure within the brain. Insertion of a shunt is a surgical procedure that takes one to two hours. Incisions are made in the head and the abdomen, and the shunt is threaded into place before the openings are stitched closed.

In cases where hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage, a procedure called endoscopic third ventriculostomy, or ETV, may be performed. During this procedure, a surgeon makes a dime-sized hole in the skull and uses a thin tube with a camera on the end (called an endoscope) to see inside the brain. The surgeon punctures a hole in the floor of the third ventricle, a fluid-filled space within the brain. The hole provides an opening for cerebrospinal fluid to flow around the blockage, normalizing pressure. The entire procedure usually takes less than an hour and patients can often go home the following day. ETV can provide a permanent and safe alternative to a shunt, but it is only useful for patients whose hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage.

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.

When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.

There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.

Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:

  • Prescription antiperspirants, which contain aluminum chloride and work by plugging the sweat ducts. This signals the sweat glands to decrease sweat production. They work for moderate cases of hyperhidrosis and are relatively affordable.
  • Lontophoresis, a procedure that uses small amounts of electricity and a tray of tap water to decrease production of sweat glands in the hands or feet.
  • Botox, which can be injected into the nerves that control sweat glands in the underarms.
  • Sympathectomy, a surgery for severe cases that can be performed to cut the nerves that stimulate sweat production. Sympathectomy is most effective for hyperhidrosis of the hands. It may cause new symptoms of sweating elsewhere on the body.
  • Surgery to remove sweat glands, most often in the underarms.

Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

  • Heart disease
  • Older age
  • Smoking
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2023

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Top 10%

By Volume:

angiogram

In 2023, Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD performed more angiogram (angiography) procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Washington.

Top 25%

By Volume:

carotid arteriogram
vascular procedures

In 2013, Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD performed more carotid arteriogram, and vascular procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Washington.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2013 were vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

vascular procedures 49

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 15
Female 21
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 25
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 18
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, stroke, high cholesterol and depression.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 72
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2014 were vascular procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 14
doctor visit 83
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
minimally invasive procedures 14
spinal procedures 14
vascular procedures 218

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 64
Female 98
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 130
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 15
Age
From 65 to 74 69
From 75 to 84 51
85 and over 18
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and depression.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 53
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 28
Dementia 14
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2015 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 29
doctor visit 36
minimally invasive procedures 29
spinal procedures 29
vascular procedures 303

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 178
Female 230
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 284
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 72
Age
From 65 to 74 182
From 75 to 84 120
85 and over 40
Less than 65 66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 44
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 14
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2016 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 16
minimally invasive procedures 16
spinal procedures 16
vascular procedures 244

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 56
Female 76
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 107
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 64
From 75 to 84 43
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and depression.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 47
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 20
Dementia 11
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2017 were vascular procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 16
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion 12
hospital care 78
inpatient care 78
minimally invasive procedures 16
spinal procedures 16
vascular procedures 132

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 74
Female 65
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 101
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 15
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 45
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 52
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 29
Dementia 27
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2018 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 20
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14
minimally invasive procedures 20
spinal procedures 20
vascular procedures 159

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 55
Female 79
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 103
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 19
Age
From 65 to 74 72
From 75 to 84 38
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 52
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 25
Dementia 15
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2019 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 21
doctor visit 162
minimally invasive procedures 21
spinal procedures 21
vascular procedures 141

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 87
Female 114
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 154
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 17
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 91
From 75 to 84 72
85 and over 14
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and depression.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 33
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 30
Dementia 14
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2020 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 23
doctor visit 72
image guided procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 23
radiation therapy 12
spinal procedures 23
vascular procedures 137

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 69
Female 108
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 139
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 89
From 75 to 84 50
85 and over 17
Less than 65 21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 41
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 27
Dementia 16
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2021 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 23
doctor visit 169
minimally invasive procedures 23
spinal procedures 23
vascular procedures 114

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 108
Female 135
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 195
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 13
Other 13
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 118
From 75 to 84 78
85 and over 24
Less than 65 23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 33
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 23
Dementia 16
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2022 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 19
cranial surgery 14
doctor visit 189
image guided procedures 14
minimally invasive procedures 19
radiation therapy 14
spinal procedures 19
vascular procedures 90

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 97
Female 129
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 188
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 11
Other 13
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 104
From 75 to 84 75
85 and over 23
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, stroke and depression.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 42
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 22
Dementia 8
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA during 2023 were vascular procedures, minimally invasive procedures, catheterization and spinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization 27
doctor visit 174
minimally invasive procedures 27
spinal procedures 27
vascular procedures 148

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 83
Female 104
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 144
Black 0
Hispanic 11
Asian 0
Other 11
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 91
From 75 to 84 57
85 and over 17
Less than 65 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 70
Stroke 46
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 22
Dementia 6
Cancer 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Seattle, WA were vascular procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

catheterization 20
cranial surgery 14
doctor visit 126
hospital care 35
image guided procedures 13
inpatient care 35
minimally invasive procedures 20
radiation therapy 13
spinal procedures 20
vascular procedures 157

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD.

Gender
Male 80
Female 105
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 3
Non-Hispanic White 142
Hispanic 1
Native American / Alaskan Native 11
Other 4
Age
75 to 84 57
85 and over 13
Less than 65 18
65 to 74 87

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and depression.

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 46
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 11
Osteoporosis 6
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 15
Dementia 12
Cancer 14

Education & Training

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD graduated from The University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences in 2005. He completed residency at University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: The University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (2005)

Residency: University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence
Swedish Medical Center
Swedish Issaquah Campus
Swedish Cherry Hill Campus
Swedish Health Services
Swedish First Hill Campus
PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES- WASHINGTON

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, WellPoint, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Ambetter Cascade Select, Premera, Ambetter Cascade Care, Evernorth PPO, Seven Corners, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO
Aetna PPO
CIGNA PPO
Wellcare Medicare (HMO)
Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
Interplan PPO
TriWest
United Healthcare
TRICARE
Medicaid
Humana
Cigna
United Healthcare Medicaid
OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)
United Healthcare PPO
Providence
Humana HMO
First Health
WellPoint
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Aetna Medicare PPO
Carelon PPO
Ambetter Cascade Select
Premera
Ambetter Cascade Care
Evernorth PPO
Seven Corners
First Choice PPO
Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 220 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-15
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Everything is great except my ability to ask right questions in a timely manner during appointment, as well as about talking about how some referrals work and some don't. I could benefit from an advocate for me, but any social services provider I spoke with from Healthy Aging, was not helpful even they sounded very good on the intake. - scheduling and answering phones there Is really bad. From a provider's neurosurgeon's side - all is always great. I wish this was a standard for everyone at Swedish: do what you can, explain things simply, be available when needed or re-direct. His referrals mean a lot and get through. He knows where to refer to. If one doesn't work, they work on another referral. His referrals are meaningful. He doesn't order or do unnecessary procedures.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-05
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Dr. M was very thorough and respectful of all the questions my wife and I had. His nurse was great also and the staff supervisor who checked us out after the appointment. Dr. M was considered a "2nd opinion appointment" because my concerns were completely blown over at an appointment a couple months prior and I decided that wasn't an office I wanted to work with again. Dr. M was very explanatory in the options and best process forward for my injury considering my age and although I'm driving 2.5 hours one way to these appointments I feel very confident in Dr. M taking the best care of my medical needs.
Overall Rating: 4.0 2023-05-09
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Every single aspect of this visit was amazing. From meeting the receptionist to leaving with all pre-op bloodwork, EKG and other test finished was 2.5 hours. This includes an extremely thorough discussion with the doctor about the surgery that I needed, his insurance/scheduling assistant, the nurse which provided all pre-op instructions and the amazing lab workers. Never been in a medical facility where everything worked like a well oiled machine with such good communication.Surgery is scheduled for as soon as possible based on expectations of insurance approval
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-11
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Everyone in Dr Monteith's ofc was very courteous, personable, and helpful. Dr MExplained everything so clearly using a large film projection of my spine. This was extremely helpful. It gave me a better understanding of my issue. He listened & answered my questions clearly. I felt comfortable with him, as well as with all of his staff. Everyone was so kind and polite... Extremely so.Just FYI: I don't think I've ever had a bad experience or rude treatment at Swedish. I truly appreciate that so much.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-10-28
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This visit was to go over surgical options, what further tests are needed prior to deciding those surgical options, and what possible outcomes they would be.Dr. Monteith did my first cervical fusion and everything went extremely well. I would recommend Dr. Monteith to everyone. He is extremely knowledgeable, intelligent, professional, friendly and communicates very well with you. Especially explaining complicated medical terminology/issues so that a layman/woman would easily understand.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-15
Patient verified via Press Ganey
I myself was very satisfied with the experience. The doctor seemed to be very knowledgeable about what he was referring to I feel that he did the best that I can experience. I am still going through appointments and x-rays so I will see in the future how it goes as far as I am concerned this doctor did his job I cannot say anything more than that I give it a 10
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-12
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Dr. Monteith is an excellent doctor. During my appointments, he always creates a safe space for me to ask questions and express concerns about my condition. He is always very patient with me and never makes me feel like he doesn't have time for me. I feel complete confidence in his expertise and skill as a neurosurgeon, and I wouldn't want to see anyone else.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-12-31
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Brain surgery is super scary but I had the utmost confidence in Dr. Monteith and his team. Dr. Monteith has a great personality and bedside manner, which can be difficult to find in neurosurgeons. I never felt rushed during appointments and all of my questions were answered thoroughly and in a way I could understand. I highly recommend Dr. Monteith.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-07
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Dr. MONTEITH has helped me out many times with some difficult problems. He has recently helped out my older sister with a very difficult problem as. I believe he is the best possible choice for both her and myself with the severity of our conditions. I thank him and his staff for the treatment the have provided us.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-08-30
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Dr. Montieth and the staff and nurses at the neuro clinic are amazing!! They made me feel safe and heard and I felt like the plan of care was super appropriate. I really appreciated all of the care I received at Swedish, both in the clinic and in the OR. I would definitely go back. (But hopefully won't have to!)

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
MicroVention, Inc. $93,951 WEB Aneurysm Embolization System
$56,272 		WEB
$35,891 		LVIS
$811 		Scepter C Balloon Catheter
$599 		Sofia
$165 		Other
$213
Synaptive Medical Inc. $2,088 Brightmatter Drive/Guide
$2,088
Balt USA, LLC $1,414 Optima Thermal Coil System
$592 		Eclipse 2L
$123 		Carrier Delivery Catheter
$104 		Optima Coil System
$92 		Ballast 088 Long Sheath
$45 		Other
$458
NUVASIVE, INC. $501 Biologics
$125
$376
Covidien LP $380 Flow Diversion
$306 		Neurovascular Stents
$35 		Thrombectomy
$21 		Coils
$19
Other $1,929 PIPELINE
$329 		COMANECI 17
$229 		ACE
$201 		CorPath Imaging System
$151 		Neuromodulation
$130 		Other
$890
Types of Payments
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $88,250
Travel and Lodging $6,534
Food and Beverage $4,480
Consulting Fee $1,000

Research Payments

Dr. Stephen James Monteith, MD has received 39 research payments totaling $281,570.

Biography

Dr. Stephen Monteith is a specialist in neurosurgery. He works in Seattle, WA and Everett, WA. Dr. Monteith's education and training includes medical school at The University of Auckland Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Virginia. Areas of expertise for Dr. Monteith include neuroendoscopy, artificial disc replacement, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Monteith can accept HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans, as well as other insurance carriers. His professional affiliations include Providence, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, and Swedish Issaquah Campus. He welcomes new patients at his office inSeattle, WA as reported by Doctor.com.

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