
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thiele, Pediatric Neurologist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Elizabeth Thiele, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thiele graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Thiele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiele’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiele’s office at (617) 726-3311.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thiele?
Dr. Elizabeth Thiele, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thiele empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Tuberous Sclerosis, Infantile Spasms-West Syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cambridge, MA community, Dr. Thiele is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Thiele go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thiele speak?
Dr. Thiele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Thiele typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Thiele 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. Thiele. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Recurrent seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Tuberous sclerosis complex
- TSC
- Bourneville's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q851: Tuberous sclerosis
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Thiele typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Thiele 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. Thiele's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thiele accept my insurance?
Dr. Thiele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-3311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thiele accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Thiele in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thiele's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Thiele's Primary Practice
1575 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 726-3311
What is Dr. Thiele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thiele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982670535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thiele
What is Dr. Elizabeth Thiele's specialty?
Dr. Thiele is a Pediatric Neurologist near Cambridge, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Thiele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thiele is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Thiele accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Thiele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Thiele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thiele's office at (617) 726-3311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Thiele?
Please contact Dr. Thiele's office at (617) 726-3311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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