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Dr. Joan Breen, MD

Bradford, MA

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    Who is Dr. Breen, Neurologist in Bradford, MA?

    Dr. Joan Breen, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Bradford, MA. Dr. Breen completed her residency at Tufts Med Center and is currently affiliated with Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital. Dr. Breen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breen’s office at (978) 372-8000.

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

    • Residency: Tufts Med Center

    What languages does Dr. Breen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Breen 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. Breen. 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:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Aphasia
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Aphasia
    • Slurred or Unclear Speech
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Difficulty speaking
    • Language impairment
    • Loss of speech
    • Dysarthria
    • Anarthria
    • Difficulty articulating words

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4701: Aphasia
    • R471: Dysarthria and anarthria

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of the Spinal Canal
    • Spinal Canal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4800: Spinal stenosis, site unspecified

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Breen 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. Breen. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Breen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 372-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breen accept in Bradford, MA?

    Dr. Breen in Bradford, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Breen's office located?

    Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital

    145 Ward Hill Ave

    Bradford, MA 01835

    (978) 372-8000

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

    Dr. Breen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104816156.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breen?

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

    What is Dr. Joan Breen's specialty?

    Dr. Breen is a Neurologist near Bradford, MA.

    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. Joan Breen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Breen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Joan Breen accepting new patients in Bradford, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Joan Breen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joan Breen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breen's office at (978) 372-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joan Breen?

    Please contact Dr. Breen's office at (978) 372-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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