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Who is Dr. Monroe, Neurologist in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Richard Monroe, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Saratoga Springs, NY. Dr. Monroe graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Monroe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Monroe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Monroe’s office at (518) 581-1415.
Where did Dr. Monroe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Monroe speak?
Dr. Monroe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Monroe typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Monroe 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. Monroe. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Monroe typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Monroe 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. Monroe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Monroe accept my insurance?
Dr. Monroe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 581-1415 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Monroe accept in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Monroe in Saratoga Springs, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Kentucky
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Where is Dr. Monroe's office located?
What is Dr. Monroe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Monroe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316106891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Monroe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Monroe
What is Dr. Richard Monroe's specialty?
Dr. Monroe is a Neurologist near Saratoga Springs, NY.
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.