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Dr. Douglas Sinclair, DO

Dr. Douglas Sinclair, DO

Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Neurologist

West Columbia, SC

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sinclair, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Douglas Sinclair, DO is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Sinclair graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Sinclair is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sinclair’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sinclair’s office at (803) 936-7076.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sinclair?

    Dr. Douglas Sinclair, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - 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. Sinclair empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Parkinson's Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Columbia, SC community, Dr. Sinclair is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sinclair board certified as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Sinclair, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Sinclair speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Sinclair typically treat?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Sinclair 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. Sinclair. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Sinclair typically perform?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Sinclair 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. Sinclair. 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)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    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. Sinclair accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sinclair accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sinclair accept in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Sinclair in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sinclair's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Sinclair's Primary Practice

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 120A

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 936-7076

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

    Dr. Sinclair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356404107.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sinclair?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Sinclair's specialty?

    Dr. Sinclair is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near West Columbia, SC.

    What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?

    A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome.

    Is Dr. Douglas Sinclair affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sinclair is affiliated with Lexington 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 Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Douglas Sinclair accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Sinclair is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Sinclair offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sinclair's office at (803) 936-7076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Sinclair?

    Please contact Dr. Sinclair's office at (803) 936-7076 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sinclair's office located?

    Dr. Sinclair's office is located in West Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Sinclair have?

    Dr. Douglas Sinclair is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.