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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baer, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Michael Baer is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Baer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baer’s office at (717) 715-5252.
What languages does Dr. Baer speak?
Dr. Baer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Baer treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Baer 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. Baer. 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.
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage without Known Cause
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Skin Sensation Issues
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Altered Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R209: Unspecified disturbances of skin sensation
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Right Arm Pain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in right arm
- Right arm discomfort
- Sore right arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79601: Pain in right arm
Which procedures does Dr. Baer perform as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Baer 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. Baer's office.
Does Dr. Baer accept my insurance?
Dr. Baer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 715-5252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Baer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Baer's office located?
What is Dr. Baer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851823827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baer
What is Dr. Michael Baer's specialty?
Dr. Baer is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA. A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Contact Dr. Baer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Baer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baer is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Michael Baer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Baer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Baer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baer's office at (717) 715-5252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Baer?
Please contact Dr. Baer's office at (717) 715-5252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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