21 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Scherer, Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Where did Dr. Scherer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Scherer board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Scherer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 1990
What languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Scherer typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Skin Sensation Issues
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Altered Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R209: Unspecified disturbances of skin sensation
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Scherer typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Scherer 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. Scherer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Scherer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
Dr. Steven Scherer's Primary Practice
3400 Spruce St Fl 5 Bldg Oral
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of American Association for the Advancement of Science
Member of American Neurological Association
Member of Society for Neuroscience
Member of American Academy of Neurology
Member of American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Awards
Description of Additional Expertise Clinical electrophysiology - EMG A
Recognized by Best Doctors in America2007-2008
What is Dr. Scherer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003840729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherer
What is Dr. Steven Scherer's specialty?
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.