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Who is Dr. Dean, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Mark Dean, DO is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dean is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dean’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dean’s office at (205) 934-4793.
What languages does Dr. Dean speak?
Dr. Dean and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Dean typically treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Dean 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. Dean. 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:
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID)
- Immune System and Disorder
- Common variable immune deficiency
- CVID
- Acquired Hypogammaglobulinemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D839: Common variable immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Flare-up)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG Exacerbation
- Acute Myasthenia Gravis
- Myasthenic Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7001: Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Dean typically perform?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Dean 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. Dean's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dean accept my insurance?
Dr. Dean accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4793 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dean accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Dean in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Dean's office located?
Dr. Mark Dean's Primary Practice
S 625 19th Street South 35249
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 934-4793
What is Dr. Dean's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dean's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144840224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dean?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dean
What is Dr. Mark Dean's specialty?
Dr. Dean is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?
A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome.
Is this Dr. Mark Dean affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dean is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mark Dean accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Mark Dean is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Dean offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (205) 934-4793 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Dean?
Please contact Dr. Dean's office at (205) 934-4793 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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