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Who is Dr. Stannard, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Karen Stannard, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Stannard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stannard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stannard’s office at (617) 355-6388.
Where did Dr. Stannard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Manitoba Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Stannard board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Stannard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Stannard speak?
Dr. Stannard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Stannard typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Stannard 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. Stannard. 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.
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Stannard typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Stannard may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Stannard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stannard accept my insurance?
Dr. Stannard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stannard accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Stannard in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stannard's office located?
What is Dr. Stannard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stannard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295901858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stannard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stannard
What is Dr. Karen Stannard's specialty?
Dr. Stannard is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Karen Stannard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stannard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salem Hospital - Salem, MA. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Karen Stannard accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Stannard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Stannard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stannard's office at (617) 355-6388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Stannard?
Please contact Dr. Stannard's office at (617) 355-6388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Stannard have?
Dr. Karen Stannard is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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