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Who is Dr. Bird, Neurologist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Christopher Bird is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. Dr. Bird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bird’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bird’s office at (831) 757-2058.
What languages does Dr. Bird speak?
Dr. Bird and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Bird typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Bird 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. Bird. 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:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Bird typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Bird 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. Bird. 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:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Does Dr. Bird accept my insurance?
Dr. Bird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 757-2058 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bird accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Bird in Salinas, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bird's office located?
Dr. Christopher Bird's Primary Practice
1033 Los Palos Dr
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 757-2058
What is Dr. Bird's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336793454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bird?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bird
What is Dr. Christopher Bird's specialty?
Dr. Bird is a Neurologist near Salinas, CA.
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. Christopher Bird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bird is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Christopher Bird accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Bird is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Bird offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (831) 757-2058 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Bird?
Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (831) 757-2058 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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