Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clar, Neurologist in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Clar views her relationship with patients as a partnership, and she is dedicated to serving as an advocate for them. From working with insurance companies to ensure her patients' medications are covered, to researching and monitoring the newest treatment options available, she ensures each patient receives the best care possible.
Dr. Clar has been widely recognized in national media, including on CBS Mornings Health Watch, for her efforts to support patients with Parkinson's disease.
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Clar?
Dr. Elana Clar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Clar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ataxia, Atypical Parkinsonism, Blepharospasm, Dystonia, Dystonia-Cervical, Hemifacial Spasm, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tremor, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Paramus, NJ community, Dr. Clar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Clar speak?
Dr. Clar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Clar typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Clar 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. Clar. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods
- Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Slurred or Unclear Speech
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Dysarthria
- Anarthria
- Difficulty articulating words
ICD-10 Codes:
- R471: Dysarthria and anarthria
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Clar typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Clar 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. Clar. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Clar accept my insurance?
Dr. Clar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 342-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clar accept in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Clar in Paramus, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Clar's office located?
New Jersey Brain and Spine
650 From Road, Suite 220
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 342-2550
What hospitals are Dr. Clar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Clar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Clar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033484209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clar
What is Dr. Elana Clar's specialty?
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.