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Who is Dr. Mccarthy, Neurologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lucas Mccarthy, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Mccarthy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccarthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccarthy’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mccarthy?
Dr. Lucas Mccarthy, 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. Mccarthy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Mccarthy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Mccarthy speak?
Dr. Mccarthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Mccarthy typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy. 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.
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
- G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Mccarthy typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucas Mccarthy 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
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mccarthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Mccarthy in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Globe Life
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mccarthy's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Lucas Mccarthy an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Mccarthy has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Mccarthy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Mccarthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccarthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053624502.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccarthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccarthy
What is Dr. Lucas Mccarthy's specialty?
Dr. Mccarthy is a Neurologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Lucas Mccarthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccarthy is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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 Lucas Mccarthy accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Mccarthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Mccarthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Mccarthy?
Please contact Dr. Mccarthy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1100 9th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101