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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Masel, Neurologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Brent Masel is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Masel completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurology; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Masel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Masel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Masel’s office at (409) 747-1063.
Where did Dr. Masel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Neurology; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Masel board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Masel is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Masel speak?
Dr. Masel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Masel treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Masel 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. Masel. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Unexplained Cognitive Problems
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mental Disorder
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Awareness issues
- Mental fog
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R419: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Masel perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brent Masel 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. Masel's office.
Does Dr. Masel accept my insurance?
Dr. Masel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 747-1063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Masel accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Masel in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Masel's office located?
Dr. Brent Masel's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 747-1063
What is Dr. Masel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Masel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871679639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Masel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Masel
What is Dr. Brent Masel's specialty?
Dr. Masel is a Neurologist near Galveston, TX.
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. Masel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Brent Masel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Masel is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
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Is Brent Masel accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brent Masel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Masel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Masel's office at (409) 747-1063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Masel?
Please contact Dr. Masel's office at (409) 747-1063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Masel have?
Dr. Brent Masel is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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