31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thrower, Neurologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ben Thrower, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Thrower graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Neurology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thrower is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thrower’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thrower’s office at (404) 352-2020.
Where did Dr. Thrower go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Neurology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Thrower board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Ben Thrower, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Thrower speak?
Dr. Thrower and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Thrower treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Thrower 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. Thrower. 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 Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuromyelitis Optica
- Autoimmune Disease
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Neuromyelitis optica
- NMO', 'Devic's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Also known as:
- Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Device Fitting
- Prosthetic Adjustment
- Orthotic Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- History of COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Past COVID-19 Infection
- Previous Coronavirus Disease
- Long COVID
- Post-COVID Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8616: Personal history of COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Thrower perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ben Thrower 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. Thrower's office.
Does Dr. Thrower accept my insurance?
Dr. Thrower accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 352-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thrower accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Thrower in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Thrower's office located?
What is Dr. Thrower's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thrower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043235211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thrower?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thrower
What is Dr. Ben Thrower's specialty?
Dr. Thrower is a Neurologist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Thrower to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ben Thrower affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thrower is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Newton 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
Explore Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ben Thrower accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ben Thrower is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Thrower offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thrower's office at (404) 352-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Thrower?
Please contact Dr. Thrower's office at (404) 352-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Thrower have?
Dr. Ben Thrower is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Atlanta, GA
JR
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Jacqueline Rosenthal, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Atlanta, GA
RG
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Russell Gore, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Atlanta, GA
HS
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Hayley Shade, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Atlanta, GA