44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caplan, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. David Caplan, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Caplan graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Neurology. Dr. Caplan is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caplan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caplan’s office at (617) 726-2273.
Where did Dr. Caplan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Neurology | Harvard Longwood Program | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Caplan board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. David Caplan, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Caplan speak?
Dr. Caplan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Caplan typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Caplan 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. Caplan. 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:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Caplan typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Caplan 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. Caplan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Caplan accept my insurance?
Dr. Caplan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caplan accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Caplan 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caplan's office located?
What is Dr. Caplan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caplan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780674945.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caplan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caplan
What is Dr. David Caplan's specialty?
Dr. Caplan is a Neurologist near Boston, 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. David Caplan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caplan is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Emerson Health, Elliot Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Caplan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Caplan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Caplan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (617) 726-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Caplan?
Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (617) 726-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Caplan have?
Dr. David Caplan is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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