44 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Britton, Neurologist in New York, NY?
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Britton?
Dr. Carolyn Britton, 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. Britton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lyme Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurologic Complications-HIV/Infections, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Britton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Britton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Colum-Presby Hosps | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Britton speak?
Dr. Britton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Britton typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Britton 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. Britton. 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:
- 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unexplained Cognitive Problems
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Awareness issues
- Mental fog
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R419: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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. Britton typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Britton 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. Britton. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Britton accept my insurance?
Dr. Britton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Britton accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Britton in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Britton's office located?
CUMC/Neurological Institute of New York
710 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032
What hospitals are Dr. Britton affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Britton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Britton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Britton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376605113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Britton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Britton
What is Dr. Carolyn Britton's specialty?
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.