Who is Dr. Sparr, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sparr?
Dr. Steven Sparr, 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. Sparr empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, Neuro-Rehabilitation, Neurological Aspects of Systemic Disease, Vascular Neurology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Sparr is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sparr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Is Dr. Sparr board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Sparr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1984, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 1987
What languages does Dr. Sparr speak?
Dr. Sparr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Sparr typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sparr 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. Sparr. 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Sparr typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sparr performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sparr. 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:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Does Dr. Sparr accept my insurance?
Dr. Sparr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 515-0697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sparr accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sparr in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sparr's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sparr affiliated with?
Dr. Sparr has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Steven Sparr?
Dr. Sparr has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sparr's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sparr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023193349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sparr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sparr
What is Dr. Steven Sparr's specialty?
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.