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Dr. Claire Riley, MD

Dr. Claire Riley, MD

NEW YORK, NY

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riley, Neurologist in NEW YORK, NY?

    Dr. Claire Riley earned an undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and a medical degree from Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S). She completed an internship in internal medicine and her residency in neurology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. In addition, she completed a two-year clinical fellowship in the Columbia University Multiple Sclerosis Center in 2010. Dr. Riley is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Riley is the Director of the Columbia MS Center, where she has led the clinical team since January 2012. She was previously the Clinical Director of the Yale MS Center in New Haven, CT. Dr. Riley regularly teaches medical students, residents and fellows in the MS clinic. She is also an investigator in clinical trials related to multiple sclerosis and is particularly interested in furthering treatments for progressive MS. Columbia University's Multiple Sclerosis Center is a premier treatment and research facility for individuals living with multiple sclerosis. Our center remains dedicated to providing the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care available to our patients.

    Where did Dr. Riley go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Riley board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Claire Riley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Riley speak?

    Dr. Riley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Persian

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Riley typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Riley diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Riley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis
    • G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • CNS Demyelination
    • Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
    • Myelin Loss Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
    • Unusual CNS imaging results
    • Other neurological scan abnormalities
    • Brain imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Neuromyelitis Optica
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Neuromyelitis optica
    • NMO
    • Devic's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]

    Also known as:

    • Acute Transverse Myelitis
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • ATM
    • Spinal cord inflammation
    • Myelitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Optic Nerve Inflammation
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic Neuritis
    • Swollen Optic Nerve
    • Inflamed Optic Nerve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H469: Unspecified optic neuritis

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Riley typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Riley performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Riley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
    • Spinal tap
    • CSF analysis
    • Diagnostic lumbar puncture
    • Cerebrospinal fluid collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;

    Does Dr. Riley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riley accept in NEW YORK, NY?

    Dr. Riley in NEW YORK, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Riley's office located?

    ColumbiaDoctors - Columbus Circle

    5 Columbus Cir

    NEW YORK, NY 10019

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    What is Dr. Riley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Riley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558537555.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riley

    What is Dr. Claire Riley's specialty?

    Dr. Riley is a Neurologist near NEW YORK, NY.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. Claire Riley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riley is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Claire Riley accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Claire Riley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Claire Riley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riley's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Claire Riley?

    Please contact Dr. Riley's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Claire Riley have?

    Dr. Claire Riley is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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