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Dr. Brian Litt, MD

Dr. Brian Litt, MD

Epilepsy Specialist, Neurologist

Philadelphia, PA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Litt, Epilepsy Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Brian Litt, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Litt graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University. He is a member of the Eastern Electroencephalographic Society, International Epilepsy Database (for high fidelity neurophysiological data) , Co-Founder and Princi, National Research Board of Ireland, Grant Reviewer , Grant Reviewer, Research Board of Canada, Grant Reviewer, Research Board of Ireland, Grant Reviewer, Society for Neuroscience, American Federation of Musicians , currently inactive, Epilepsy Foundation , Chair Research Committee, In charge of research grant funding programs, MC10, Start-up Company between UPenn, Harvard and Univ. of Illinois Scientific Advisory Board, National Science Foundation, Grant Reviewer, NeuroVista, Inc Scientific Advisory Board, NIH Study Section, ZRG1 BDCN-F 11 M, Ad Hoc, Veterans Administration, Washington, D.C., Scientific Reviewer, and Philadelphia Neurological Society. Dr. Litt is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Litt’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Litt’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Litt?

    Dr. Brian Litt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Epilepsy Specialist 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. Litt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Litt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins University | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Litt board certified as an Epilepsy Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Litt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology since 1992

    What languages does Dr. Litt speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Litt typically treat?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Litt 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. Litt. 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:

    • Seizures
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Litt typically perform?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Litt may include:

    Please contact Dr. Litt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Litt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Litt 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. Litt accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Litt in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Litt's office located?

    Oral/Maxill Surgery Pcam

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 4 Lowr Extremi

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Oral/Maxillo Surg Radnor

    145 King of Prussia Rd # G-103

    Radnor, PA 19087

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    Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Hup

    3400 Spruce St Fl 5 Bldg Oral

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of Eastern Electroencephalographic Society

    • Founder of International Epilepsy Database (for high fidelity neurophysiological data) , Co-Founder and Princi

    • Member of National Research Board of Ireland, Grant Reviewer , Grant Reviewer

    • Member of Research Board of Canada, Grant Reviewer

    • Member of Research Board of Ireland, Grant Reviewer

    • Member of Society for Neuroscience

    • Member of American Federation of Musicians , currently inactive

    • Member of Epilepsy Foundation , Chair Research Committee, In charge of research grant funding programs

    • Member of MC10, Start-up Company between UPenn, Harvard and Univ. of Illinois Scientific Advisory Board

    • Member of National Science Foundation, Grant Reviewer

    • Member of NeuroVista, Inc Scientific Advisory Board

    • Member of NIH Study Section, ZRG1 BDCN-F 11 M, Ad Hoc

    • Member of Veterans Administration, Washington, D.C., Scientific Reviewer

    • Member of Philadelphia Neurological Society

    Awards

    • Philadelphia Super Doctors, 2012

    • 2000 I consult or have consulted for the following other companies

    • NeuroVista (under potential review) I have participated in helping br

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

    Dr. Litt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932131273.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Litt?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Litt's specialty?

    Dr. Litt is an Epilepsy Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?

    Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

    Is Dr. Brian Litt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Litt is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 Dr. Brian Litt accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Litt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Litt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Litt's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Litt?

    Please contact Dr. Litt's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Litt's office located?

    Dr. Litt's offices are located in Philadelphia, PA and Radnor, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Litt have?

    Dr. Brian Litt is certified by the American Board of Urology.