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Dr. Kathy Chuang, MD
Cambridge, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chuang, Neurologist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Kathy Chuang, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chuang completed her residency at Mgm. Dr. Chuang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chuang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chuang’s office at (617) 726-3642.
Where did Dr. Chuang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mgm
Is Dr. Chuang board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Kathy Chuang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Chuang speak?
Dr. Chuang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Chuang typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Chuang 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. Chuang. 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:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
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:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Chuang typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathy Chuang 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. Chuang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chuang accept my insurance?
Dr. Chuang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-3642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chuang accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Chuang in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chuang's office located?
What is Dr. Chuang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chuang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386770022.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chuang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chuang
What is Dr. Kathy Chuang's specialty?
Dr. Chuang is a Neurologist near Cambridge, MA.
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. Kathy Chuang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chuang is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 Kathy Chuang accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kathy Chuang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathy Chuang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chuang's office at (617) 726-3642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathy Chuang?
Please contact Dr. Chuang's office at (617) 726-3642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathy Chuang have?
Dr. Kathy Chuang is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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