Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Balcer, Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Laura Balcer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Balcer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balcer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balcer’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Balcer?
Dr. Laura Balcer, 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. Balcer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concussion, Multiple Sclerosis-Eye Problems, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Balcer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Balcer board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Balcer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Balcer speak?
Dr. Balcer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Balcer typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Balcer 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. Balcer. 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:
- Other Vision Problems
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Balcer typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Balcer 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. Balcer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Balcer accept my insurance?
Dr. Balcer 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. Balcer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Balcer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
H & R Block
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Balcer's office located?
What is Dr. Balcer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balcer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902838121.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balcer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balcer
What is Dr. Laura Balcer's specialty?
Dr. Balcer is a Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Laura Balcer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balcer is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Laura Balcer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Balcer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Balcer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balcer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Balcer?
Please contact Dr. Balcer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Balcer have?
Dr. Laura Balcer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Philadelphia, PA
RM
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Rogan Magee is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA.
Philadelphia, PA
LN
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Laura Naydovich, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations.
Philadelphia, PA
AT
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Amy Tsou, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified.
Philadelphia, PA