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Dr. Baxter Allen, MD

Dr. Baxter Allen, MD

Neurologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Allen, Neurologist in New York, NY?

    Baxter Ballantine Allen, MD, a neurologist and neurocritical care specialist, is an attending neurologist and neurointensivist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Queens, and an assistant professor of clinical neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Board certified in neurology, Dr. Allen has a special focus on stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, seizures, and neurological conditions.??????Active in research, Dr. Allen is currently studying traumatic brain injury leading to post-traumatic epilepsy, effective therapies for head injuries, and the detection of seizures. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology,the American Epilepsy Society, and the Neurocritical Care Society, and sits on the medical advisory board for Women?s Voices For Change.??????Dr. Allen has published research articles, editorials, reviews, and abstracts in various medical journals, including Neurocritical Care, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, and Neurosurgery, and has presented at annual conferences and medical meetings.??????After graduating from Weill Cornell Medical College, Dr. Allen remained at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine to serve his internship, neurology residency, and clinical neurophysiology fellowship. He completed his neurocritical care fellowship training at the David Geffen School of Medicineat UCLA.

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    What languages does Dr. Allen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Allen typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Allen in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Allen's office located?

    Stroke, Critical Care, and Neurohospitalist Program

    Stroke, Critical Care, and Neurohospitalist Program

    520 East 70th Street

    Starr Pavilion, 607

    New York, NY 10021

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

    Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710253737.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?

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

    What is Dr. Baxter Allen's specialty?

    Dr. Allen is a Neurologist near New York, NY.

    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. Baxter Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Baxter Allen accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Baxter Allen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Baxter Allen offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Baxter Allen?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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