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Dr. Richard Walter Tim, MD

Dr. Richard Walter Tim, MD

Raleigh, NC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tim, Neurologist in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Richard Walter Tim, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Tim graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neurology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tim’s office at (919) 782-3456.

    Where did Dr. Tim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neurology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Tim board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Walter Tim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Tim speak?

    Dr. Tim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tim treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Tim 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. Tim. 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:

    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    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:

    • Bilateral Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Ulnar Neuropathy in Both Arms
    • Both Elbow Nerve Pain
    • Bilateral Funny Bone Injury
    • Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5623: Lesion of ulnar nerve, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    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:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Right Arm Pain
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in right arm
    • Right arm discomfort
    • Sore right arm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79601: Pain in right arm

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Does Dr. Tim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 782-3456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tim accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Tim in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tim's office located?

    Dr. Richard Walter Tim's Primary Practice

    1540 Sunday Dr

    Raleigh, NC 27607

    (919) 782-3456

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    Dr. Richard Walter Tim's Practice 2

    4111 Ben Franklin Blvd

    Durham, NC 27704

    (919) 782-3456

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    What is Dr. Tim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205868015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tim?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tim

    What is Dr. Richard Walter Tim's specialty?

    Dr. Tim is a Neurologist near Raleigh, NC.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Richard Walter Tim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurologist?

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    Is Richard Walter Tim accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Walter Tim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Walter Tim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tim's office at (919) 782-3456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Walter Tim?

    Please contact Dr. Tim's office at (919) 782-3456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Walter Tim have?

    Dr. Richard Walter Tim is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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