21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szumski, Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Szumski, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Szumski completed his residency at UCLA. Dr. Szumski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szumski’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szumski’s office at (310) 385-6016.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Szumski?
Dr. Nicholas Szumski, 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. Szumski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dystonia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Tremor, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Szumski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Szumski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System/University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center
Residency: UCLA
Medical School: University of Iowa College of Medicine
Is Dr. Szumski board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Szumski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Szumski speak?
Dr. Szumski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Szumski treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Szumski 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. Szumski. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does Dr. Szumski perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Szumski 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. Szumski. 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 here.
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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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)
Does Dr. Szumski accept my insurance?
Dr. Szumski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 385-6016 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szumski accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Szumski in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Szumski's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Szumski's Primary Practice
8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 385-6016
Dr. Nicholas Szumski's Practice 3
250 N Robertson Blvd Ste 518
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 385-6080
What is Dr. Szumski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szumski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083705743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szumski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szumski
What is Dr. Nicholas Szumski's specialty?
Dr. Szumski is a Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Szumski to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nicholas Szumski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szumski is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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 Nicholas Szumski accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Szumski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Szumski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szumski's office at (310) 385-6016 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Szumski?
Please contact Dr. Szumski's office at (310) 385-6016 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Szumski have?
Dr. Nicholas Szumski is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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