33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tim, Neurologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Richard Walter Tim, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Neurologist like Dr. Tim typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
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:
- 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Tim typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Walter Tim 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. Tim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Healthcare
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Richard Walter Tim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tim is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh 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 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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