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Who is Dr. Synowiec, Neurologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Andrea Synowiec, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Synowiec graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Synowiec is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Synowiec’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Synowiec’s office at (412) 359-8850.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Synowiec?
Dr. Andrea Synowiec, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Synowiec empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, Migraine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Synowiec is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Synowiec go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Synowiec board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Synowiec, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Synowiec speak?
Dr. Synowiec and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Synowiec treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Synowiec 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. Synowiec. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Common Migraine
- Everyday Migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Synowiec perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Synowiec 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. Synowiec. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Synowiec accept my insurance?
Dr. Synowiec accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-8850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Synowiec accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Synowiec in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
AON
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Synowiec's office located?
Dr. Andrea Synowiec's Primary Practice
420 E North Ave Ste 206
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 359-8850
Dr. Andrea Synowiec's Practice 3
4815 Liberty Ave Ste 439
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 578-3925
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Synowiec's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Synowiec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447561568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Synowiec?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Synowiec
What is Dr. Andrea Synowiec's specialty?
Dr. Synowiec is a Neurologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Synowiec to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Andrea Synowiec affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Synowiec is affiliated with Heritage Valley Sewickley 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 Andrea Synowiec accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Andrea Synowiec is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrea Synowiec offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Synowiec's office at (412) 359-8850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrea Synowiec?
Please contact Dr. Synowiec's office at (412) 359-8850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrea Synowiec have?
Dr. Andrea Synowiec is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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