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Who is Dr. Cunningham, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Cunningham, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office at (718) 283-7470.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cunningham?
Dr. Benjamin Cunningham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cunningham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Electroencephalography (EEG), Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Cunningham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?
Dr. Cunningham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cunningham treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Cunningham perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Cunningham 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cunningham's office.
Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?
Dr. Cunningham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-7470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cunningham accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Cunningham in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Villagecare
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Where is Dr. Cunningham's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Cunningham?
Dr. Cunningham has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Cunningham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609214626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cunningham
What is Dr. Benjamin Cunningham's specialty?
Dr. Cunningham is a Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Cunningham to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Benjamin Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cunningham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn). Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benjamin Cunningham accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Cunningham offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cunningham, or call (718) 283-7470 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Cunningham?
Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (718) 283-7470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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