Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wicklund, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Matthew Wicklund, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Wicklund graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Wicklund is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wicklund’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wicklund’s office at (720) 848-0000.
Where did Dr. Wicklund go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neuromuscular, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH USA | Neuromuscular Medicine, Ohio State University Hospital
Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Wicklund board certified as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Wicklund, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology since 1997, American Board of Urology since 2009
What languages does Dr. Wicklund speak?
Dr. Wicklund and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Wicklund typically treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Wicklund 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. Wicklund. 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:
- Skin Numbness
- Multiple Single Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
- Mononeuropathy Multiplex
- Multifocal Neuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
- G587: Mononeuritis multiplex
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:
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
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:
- Stiff-Person Syndrome
- Autoimmune Disease
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Hereditary hyperekplexia
- Stiff-Man Syndrome
- SPS
- Moersch-Woltman Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2582: Stiff-man syndrome
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:
- Inclusion Body Myositis
- Muscle Disorder
- IBM
- Sporadic Inclusion Body Myositis
- Inflammatory Muscle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7241: Inclusion body myositis [IBM]
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Wicklund typically perform?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Wicklund 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. Wicklund's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wicklund accept my insurance?
Dr. Wicklund accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wicklund accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Wicklund in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Wicklund's office located?
Dr. Matthew Wicklund's Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(720) 848-0000
What is Dr. Wicklund's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wicklund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255312161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wicklund?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wicklund
What is Dr. Matthew Wicklund's specialty?
Dr. Wicklund is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Matthew Wicklund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wicklund is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
When to see a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist. Explore 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 Matthew Wicklund accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Wicklund is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Wicklund offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wicklund's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Wicklund?
Please contact Dr. Wicklund's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Wicklund have?
Dr. Matthew Wicklund is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>