AP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plotzker, Neurologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Alan Plotzker, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Plotzker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plotzker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plotzker’s office at (412) 647-8762.
What languages does Dr. Plotzker speak?
Dr. Plotzker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Plotzker typically treat?
As a Neurologist, conditions treated by Dr. Alan Plotzker may include:
Please contact Dr. Plotzker's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Plotzker typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Plotzker 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. Plotzker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plotzker accept my insurance?
Dr. Plotzker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-8762 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plotzker accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Plotzker in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Plotzker's office located?
Dr. Alan Plotzker's Primary Practice
3471 5th Ave Ste 810
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 647-8762
What is Dr. Plotzker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plotzker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760868467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plotzker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plotzker
What is Dr. Alan Plotzker's specialty?
Dr. Plotzker is a Neurologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Alan Plotzker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plotzker is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Upmc Washington 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 Alan Plotzker accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Plotzker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Plotzker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plotzker's office at (412) 647-8762 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Plotzker?
Please contact Dr. Plotzker's office at (412) 647-8762 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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