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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirshner, Neurologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Howard Kirshner, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kirshner graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hospital. Dr. Kirshner is fluent in English, Arabic, Bengali, Czech, Dutch, Flemish, French, Gujarati, Hebrew, Italian, Kannada, Malayalam, Moldavian, Moldovan, Panjabi, Polish, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Tagalog, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, Vietnamese, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirshner’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirshner’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kirshner?
Dr. Howard Kirshner, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kirshner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Behavioral Neurology, Stroke, Vascular Neurology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Kirshner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kirshner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Kirshner speak?
Dr. Kirshner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Bengali
Czech
Dutch
English
Flemish
French
Gujarati
Hebrew
Italian
Kannada
Malayalam
Moldavian
Moldovan
Panjabi
Polish
Punjabi
Romanian
Russian
Slovak
Spanish
Swedish
Tagalog
Tamil
Thai
Turkish
Urdu
Vietnamese
Yoruba
Which conditions does Dr. Kirshner treat as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, conditions treated by a Dr. Howard Kirshner may include:
Please contact Dr. Kirshner's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Kirshner perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Kirshner 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kirshner's office.
Does Dr. Kirshner accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirshner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirshner accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Kirshner in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kirshner's office located?
What is Dr. Kirshner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirshner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801994751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirshner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirshner
What is Dr. Howard Kirshner's specialty?
Dr. Kirshner is a Neurologist near Nashville, TN.
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.
Contact Dr. Kirshner to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Howard Kirshner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirshner is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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
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Is Howard Kirshner accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Howard Kirshner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Kirshner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirshner's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Kirshner?
Please contact Dr. Kirshner's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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