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Dr. James Roberts, MD

Dr. James Roberts, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Roberts, Neurologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. James Kirkland (Kirk) Roberts received an A.B. from Dartmouth College and his M.D. from Cornell University. He then completed residencies in internal medicine and neurology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, followed by fellowship training in stroke and cerebrovascular diseases. Since 1997, his focus is on clinical practice. He sees all types of neurological disorders, but has a special interest in dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Roberts?

    Dr. James Roberts, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Roberts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Balance Disorders, Dizziness/Vertigo, Neurotology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Roberts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Roberts go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neurology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    Is Dr. Roberts board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Roberts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?

    Dr. Roberts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Roberts typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Roberts typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
    • Spinal tap
    • CSF analysis
    • Diagnostic lumbar puncture
    • Cerebrospinal fluid collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy
    • Multiple Punch Biopsies
    • Second Skin Biopsy
    • Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
    • 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Roberts in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?

    Columbia Neurology

    Columbia Neurology

    710 West 168th Street

    New York, NY 10032

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    Columbia Doctors Tarrytown

    155 White Plains Road

    Tarrytown, NY 10591

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    What is Dr. Roberts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326115999.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roberts

    What is Dr. James Roberts's specialty?

    Dr. Roberts is a Neurologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. James Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is James Roberts accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Roberts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Roberts?

    Please contact Dr. Roberts's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Roberts have?

    Dr. James Roberts is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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