Dr. Michael Perloff, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Perloff completed his residency at Boston Medical Center.
Dr. Perloff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perloff’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perloff’s office at (617) 638-8456.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Perloff?
Dr. Michael Perloff, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Perloff empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, Pain Management, Pain-Interventional Techniques, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Boston/MA community, Dr. Perloff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Perloff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Interventional Pain Management, NYU, New York NY | NYU Langone Medical Center, Fellow:Pain Medicine
Residency: Boston Medical Center
Is Dr. Perloff board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Perloff, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Perloff speak?
Dr. Perloff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Perloff treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Perloff 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. Perloff. 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.
Also known as:
Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
Nerve Root Pain
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Sciatica
Pinched Nerve
Compressed Nerve Root
Spinal Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
M5410: Radiculopathy, site unspecified
Also known as:
Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Lumbosacral Spondylosis
Lower Back Arthritis
Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
Lower Back Spondylosis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Spondylosis
Lower Back Arthritis
Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
Muscle Pain
Muscle Disorder
Myalgia
Muscle Ache
Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
Occipital Neuralgia
Headache
Nerve Pain in Back of Head
Occipital Nerve Pain
Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
Neck Pain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Cervical Pain
Sore Neck
Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
M542: Cervicalgia
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
Also known as:
Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
Brain Disease
Pseudotumor cerebri
IIH
Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
Back Pain
Sciatica
Left Lumbago and Sciatica
Left Back and Leg Pain
Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
Tailbone Disorder
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Coccyx Disorder
Sacrococcygeal Pain
Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Hereditary Nerve Disorder
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Genetic Neuropathy
Idiopathic Neuropathy
Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
Seizures
Epilepsy
Convulsions
Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
Epilepsy
Seizure disorder
Convulsive disorder
Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
Pain in Right Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
M25561: Pain in right knee
Which procedures does Dr. Perloff perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Perloff may include:
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Does Dr. Perloff accept my insurance?
Dr. Perloff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-8456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perloff accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Perloff in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
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Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
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Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Perloff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perloff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568637981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perloff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perloff
What is Dr. Michael Perloff's specialty?
Dr. Perloff is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
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.
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Is this Dr. Michael Perloff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perloff is affiliated with Boston 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
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Is Michael Perloff accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Perloff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Perloff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perloff's office at (617) 638-8456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Perloff?
Please contact Dr. Perloff's office at (617) 638-8456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Perloff have?
Dr. Michael Perloff is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.