Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 26 years
- Graduated from: Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School
- Graduation year: 1995
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1255357489
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel MD
Neurosurgeon
He is located at 4500 Forest Park Avenue Dept Neurological Surgery, Ste 1B in Saint Louis, MO 63108. Can help patients with the following: Achalasia, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Cerebral Aneurysm, Heart Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Quadriplegia. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255357489. Appointment can be made via the phone number (314) 362-3577. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel, being an neurosurgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel.
- Achalasia
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Damage
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Brain Lesions
- Cancer
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Colon Cancer
- Concussion
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lymphedema
- Neck Pain
- Pancreatitis
- Paralysis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Nerve Tumors
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Pinched Nerve
- Pseudotumor Cerebri
- Quadriplegia
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylosis
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Ulcerative Colitis
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Cox HealthPlans
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from Cox HealthPlans
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Expanded Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Preferred | EPO · Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Preferred | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Connect | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Preferred | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Neurosurgery .
Bills through: Washington University
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Synthes | $4052 |
| Stryker | $1723 |
| Medtronic | $1000 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $2923 |
| Other | $2750 |
| Consulting | $1000 |
| Food and Beverage | $437 |
Studies
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY FEINBERG MEDICAL SCHOOL
Graduated in 1995Additional Specialities
- Surgeon
Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel?
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel's office is located at 4500 Forest Park Avenue Dept Neurological Surgery, Ste 1B in Saint Louis, MO 63108.
Does Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel accept insurance?
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel is listed in-network for 20 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Cox HealthPlans, UnitedHealthcare. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel treat?
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel provides treatment for Achalasia, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Cerebral Aneurysm, Heart Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Quadriplegia. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel is affiliated with Cohen Eye Associates, Limited.
Has Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Gregory J. Zipfel is affiliated with BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.