30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plotkin, Neurologist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. George Plotkin, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Plotkin graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harvard Med Sch/Longwood Neur. Dr. Plotkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plotkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plotkin’s office.
Where did Dr. Plotkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harvard Med Sch/Longwood Neur | Children's Hospital Boston Program
Medical School: BOSTON UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Plotkin board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. George Plotkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Plotkin speak?
Dr. Plotkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Plotkin typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Plotkin 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. Plotkin. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements
- PD with Dyskinesia
- Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrobasilar Artery Syndrome
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
- Posterior Circulation TIA
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G450: Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Plotkin typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Plotkin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Plotkin. 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:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
- Botox for Salivary Glands
- Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
- Parotid Gland Nerve Block
- Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral
Does Dr. Plotkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Plotkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plotkin accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Plotkin in Tyler, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Philadelphia American Life Insurance Co
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Plotkin's office located?
What is Dr. Plotkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plotkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184739641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plotkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plotkin
What is Dr. George Plotkin's specialty?
Dr. Plotkin is a Neurologist near Tyler, TX.
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. George Plotkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plotkin is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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
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Is George Plotkin accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. George Plotkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Plotkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plotkin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Plotkin?
Please contact Dr. Plotkin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Plotkin have?
Dr. George Plotkin is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 850
Tyler, TX 75701