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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Russell, Neurologist in Charleston, WV?
Dr. James Russell, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Russell graduated from University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Alberta Fac Med Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, French, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office.
Where did Dr. Russell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Alberta Fac Med Hosp, Psychiatry | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences | King George's Medical University
Is Dr. Russell board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. James Russell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Russell speak?
Dr. Russell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pain
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Russell 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. Russell's office.
Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Russell in Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
What is Dr. Russell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841371978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russell
What is Dr. James Russell's specialty?
Dr. Russell is a Neurologist near Charleston, WV.
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. Russell to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Camc General Hospital 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 James Russell accepting new patients in Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. James Russell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Russell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Russell?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Russell have?
Dr. James Russell is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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