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Dr. Fern Arlen, MD

Scottsdale, AZ

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Arlen, Neurologist in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Fern Arlen, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Arlen graduated from Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores' and completed her residency at Texas Tech University (Lubbock) Program. Dr. Arlen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arlen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arlen’s office at (480) 614-0707.

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

    • Residency: Texas Tech University (Lubbock) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Del Noreste | University of The Northeast / School of Medicine | Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores'

    Is Dr. Arlen board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Fern Arlen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Arlen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Arlen treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Arlen 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. Arlen. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    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
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    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:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Degenerative Neck Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    What procedures does Dr. Arlen perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Arlen 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. Arlen. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Arlen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Arlen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 614-0707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Arlen accept in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Dr. Arlen in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Arlen's office located?

    Dr. Fern Arlen's Primary Practice

    9746 N 90th Pl Ste 203

    Scottsdale, AZ 85258

    (480) 614-0707

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    Dr. Fern Arlen's Practice 2

    8655 E Via de Ventura Ste E155

    Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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    Dr. Fern Arlen's Practice 3

    14001 N 7th St Ste A102

    Phoenix, AZ 85022

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

    Dr. Arlen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952430779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arlen?

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

    What is Dr. Fern Arlen's specialty?

    Dr. Arlen is a Neurologist near Scottsdale, AZ.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Arlen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fern Arlen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Arlen is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Fern Arlen accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Fern Arlen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fern Arlen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Arlen's office at (480) 614-0707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fern Arlen?

    Please contact Dr. Arlen's office at (480) 614-0707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fern Arlen have?

    Dr. Fern Arlen is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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