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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hoerst, Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Karen Hoerst, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hoerst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoerst’s office at (484) 628-4656.
What languages does Dr. Hoerst speak?
Dr. Hoerst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Hoerst typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hoerst 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. Hoerst. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Hoerst typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Hoerst 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. Hoerst's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hoerst accept my insurance?
Dr. Hoerst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 628-4656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hoerst accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hoerst in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
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Where is Dr. Hoerst's office located?
Dr. Karen Hoerst's Primary Practice
3690 Grandview Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35243
(484) 628-4656
What is Dr. Hoerst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hoerst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437392115.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoerst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hoerst
What is Dr. Karen Hoerst's specialty?
Dr. Hoerst is a Neurologist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Karen Hoerst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hoerst is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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
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Is Karen Hoerst accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Karen Hoerst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Hoerst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hoerst's office at (484) 628-4656 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Hoerst?
Please contact Dr. Hoerst's office at (484) 628-4656 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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