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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purow, Neurologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Benjamin Purow, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Purow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purow’s office at (434) 924-9333.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Purow?
Dr. Benjamin Purow, MD 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. Purow empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors-Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Purow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Purow board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Purow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Purow speak?
Dr. Purow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Purow treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Purow 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. Purow. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
- C713: Malignant neoplasm of parietal lobe
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Brain Tumor
- Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
- Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
- Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
- Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
- D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- Neurofibromatosis type 2
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
- NF2
- Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
- Q8502: Neurofibromatosis, type 2
Also known as:
- Brain Lesion Found on Scan
- Brain Mass
- Intracranial Mass
- Brain Tumor (potential)
- Space-Occupying Lesion in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R900: Intracranial space-occupying lesion found on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
- VHL syndrome
- VHL disease
- Genetic tumor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8583: Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
- PCNSL
- Brain Lymphoma
- Spinal Cord Lymphoma
- CNS Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C83390: Primary central nervous system lymphoma
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Cancer
- Cancer
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Tumor
- Spinal Malignancy
- Malignant Spinal Cord Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C720: Malignant neoplasm of spinal cord
Which procedures does Dr. Purow perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Purow 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. Purow's office.
Does Dr. Purow accept my insurance?
Dr. Purow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purow accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Purow in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Purow's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Purow's Primary Practice
1240 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 924-9333
What is Dr. Purow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801969902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purow
What is Dr. Benjamin Purow's specialty?
Dr. Purow is a Neurologist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Purow to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Benjamin Purow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purow is affiliated with UVA University Hospital 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 Benjamin Purow accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Purow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Purow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purow's office at (434) 924-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Purow?
Please contact Dr. Purow's office at (434) 924-9333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Purow have?
Dr. Benjamin Purow is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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