14 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Macdonald, Neurologist in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. James Macdonald, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Macdonald is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macdonald’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macdonald’s office at (919) 934-3022.
Is Dr. Macdonald board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. James Macdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Macdonald speak?
Dr. Macdonald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Macdonald typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Macdonald 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. Macdonald. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Macdonald typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Macdonald 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. Macdonald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Macdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Macdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 934-3022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Macdonald accept in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. Macdonald in Smithfield, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Macdonald's office located?
Dr. James Macdonald's Primary Practice
507 N Brightleaf Blvd Ste 100
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 934-3022
What is Dr. Macdonald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Macdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235304825.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macdonald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Macdonald
What is Dr. James Macdonald's specialty?
Dr. Macdonald is a Neurologist near Smithfield, NC.
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. James Macdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Macdonald is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 James Macdonald accepting new patients in Smithfield, NC?
No, Dr. James Macdonald is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Macdonald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (919) 934-3022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Macdonald?
Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (919) 934-3022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Macdonald have?
Dr. James Macdonald is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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