Dr. Phillip Pearl, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pearl, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Phillip Pearl, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and American Board of Urology. Dr. Pearl completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Pearl is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pearl’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pearl’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pearl?
Dr. Phillip Pearl, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pearl empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Pearl is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pearl go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical Neurophysiology - Children's Hospital, Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School - Boston, MA | Pediatric Neurology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX USA
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Texas Children's Hospital | Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Pearl board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Pearl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology , American Board of Urology since 1991, American Board of Urology since 1999
What languages does Dr. Pearl speak?
Dr. Pearl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pearl treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Pearl 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. Pearl. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Absence Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
- Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Recurrent seizures
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant epilepsy
- Refractory epilepsy
- Hard-to-treat epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- JME
- Impulsive petit mal
- Janus-Kaufmann syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40419: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40911: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40B09: Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Pearl perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Phillip Pearl 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. Pearl's office.
Does Dr. Pearl accept my insurance?
Dr. Pearl 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. Pearl accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Pearl in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pearl's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Certificate of Appreciation, Autism Society of America
American Medical Association
Physician's Recognition Award
Top Doctors, Washington Area Specialists, Washingtonian
Journal Reviewer, Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Clinical Research Award Winner, Junior Faculty, Children's Research I
Board Examiner, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Oral Exami
Journal Reviewer, Clinical Neurophysiology
What is Dr. Pearl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pearl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902983257.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pearl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pearl
What is Dr. Phillip Pearl's specialty?
Dr. Pearl is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Pearl to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phillip Pearl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pearl is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's 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
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Is Phillip Pearl accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Pearl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Pearl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pearl's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Pearl?
Please contact Dr. Pearl's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Pearl have?
Dr. Phillip Pearl is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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