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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bird, Neurologist in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Benjamin Bird, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN. Dr. Bird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bird’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bird’s office at (731) 541-9490.
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:
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- Multiple Sclerosis
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
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 (731) 541-9490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bird accept in Jackson, TN?
Dr. Bird in Jackson, TN 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 Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bird's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Bird's Primary Practice
700 W Forest Ave Ste 200
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 541-9490
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 1376102962.
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. Benjamin Bird's specialty?
Dr. Bird is a Neurologist near Jackson, TN.
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. Benjamin Bird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bird is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County 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
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Is Benjamin Bird accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Bird is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Bird offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (731) 541-9490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Bird?
Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (731) 541-9490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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