22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Doherty, Neurologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michael Doherty, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Doherty graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest- Physician Advisory Board, Clinical Associate Professor- University of. Dr. Doherty is fluent in English, Korean, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doherty’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doherty’s office at (206) 386-3880.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Doherty?
Dr. Michael Doherty, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Doherty empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Doherty is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Doherty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals | University of Washington School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Doherty board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Doherty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Doherty speak?
Dr. Doherty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Doherty typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Doherty 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. Doherty. 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.
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Doherty typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Doherty 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. Doherty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Doherty accept my insurance?
Dr. Doherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 386-3880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Doherty accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Doherty in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Doherty's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Epilepsy Foundation Northwest- Physician Advisory Board, Clinical Associate Professor- University of
Professor
Awards
Fly Rod and Reel Robert Traver Award
American Academy of Neurology Creative Expression of Human Values in
What is Dr. Doherty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Doherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033299953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doherty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Doherty
What is Dr. Michael Doherty's specialty?
Dr. Doherty is a Neurologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Doherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Doherty is affiliated with Swedish Cherry Hill Campus 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 Michael Doherty accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Doherty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Doherty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Doherty's office at (206) 386-3880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Doherty?
Please contact Dr. Doherty's office at (206) 386-3880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Doherty have?
Dr. Michael Doherty is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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