Dr. Philip Girard, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Girard graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Children's Hospital Program.
Dr. Girard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girard’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girard’s office at (626) 449-1814.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Girard?
Dr. Philip Girard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Girard empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Electromyography (EMG), Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Pasadena/CA community, Dr. Girard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Girard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Girard board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Girard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Girard speak?
Dr. Girard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Girard treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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.
Also known as:
Dementia
Cognitive decline
Memory loss
Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
Seizures
Epilepsy
Convulsions
Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
Numbness or Tingling
Neurologic Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Paresthesia
Skin Numbness
Tingling Sensation
Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Idiopathic Neuropathy
Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
Nerve Damage without Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
Also known as:
Headache
Head pain
Cephalalgia
Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
Generalized Epilepsy
Epilepsy
Continuous Complex Partial Seizures
Focal Impaired Awareness Status Epilepticus
Prolonged Temporal Lobe Seizures
Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
Primary generalized epilepsy
Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
G40201: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, with status epilepticus
G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Migraine Without Aura
Migraine
Common migraine
Migraine without warning signs
Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Nerve Problems
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic nerve damage
Diabetes-related nerve pain
Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
Dizziness
Dizziness and Vertigo
Lightheadedness
Giddiness
Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
Essential Tremor
Tremor
Essential tremor
Familial Tremor
Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
Brain disease (encephalopathy)
Brain Disease
Brain disorder
Brain dysfunction
Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
Multiple Sclerosis
MS
Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
Ischemic Stroke
Brain Attack
Cerebral Infarction
Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
Mild Cognitive Impairment
MCI
Early Memory Loss
Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
What procedures does Dr. Girard perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Girard 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. Girard. 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.
Also known as:
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
Spinal tap
CSF analysis
Diagnostic lumbar puncture
Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Does Dr. Girard accept my insurance?
Dr. Girard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 449-1814 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girard accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Girard in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Girard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215078381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girard
What is Dr. Philip Girard's specialty?
Dr. Girard is a Neurologist near Pasadena, CA.
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.
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Is this Dr. Philip Girard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girard is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA) 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
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Is Philip Girard accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Philip Girard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Girard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (626) 449-1814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Girard?
Please contact Dr. Girard's office at (626) 449-1814 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Girard have?
Dr. Philip Girard is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.