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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yum, Epilepsy Specialist in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Alma Yum, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Yum graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Yum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yum’s office at (303) 602-5099.
Where did Dr. Yum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
What languages does Dr. Yum speak?
Dr. Yum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yum treat?
As a Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Yum 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. Yum. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex 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
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- History of Other Specified Condition
- Past medical conditions
- Previous health issues
- History of other diagnoses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87898: Personal history of other specified conditions
Which procedures does Dr. Yum perform as a Epilepsy Specialist?
As a Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alma Yum 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. Yum's office.
Does Dr. Yum accept my insurance?
Dr. Yum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 602-5099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yum accept in Toms River, NJ?
Dr. Yum in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yum's office located?
What is Dr. Yum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407143043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yum
What is Dr. Alma Yum's specialty?
Dr. Yum is a Epilepsy Specialist near Toms River, NJ. Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Contact Dr. Yum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alma Yum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yum is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Epilepsy Specialist?
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Is Alma Yum accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alma Yum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alma Yum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (303) 602-5099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alma Yum?
Please contact Dr. Yum's office at (303) 602-5099 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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