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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Isitan, Neurologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Cigdem Isitan, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Isitan is currently affiliated with Upmc Magee Womens Hospital. Dr. Isitan is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Isitan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Isitan’s office at (412) 641-6600.
What languages does Dr. Isitan speak?
Dr. Isitan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Isitan typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Isitan 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. Isitan. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Transverse Myelitis
- Neurologic Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- ATM
- Spinal cord inflammation
- Myelitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation
- Encephalitis
- Encephalomyelitis
- Brain Swelling
- Spinal Cord Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G0481: Other encephalitis and encephalomyelitis
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuromyelitis Optica
- Autoimmune Disease
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Neuromyelitis optica
- NMO
- Devic's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Isitan typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cigdem Isitan 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. Isitan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Isitan accept my insurance?
Dr. Isitan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 641-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Isitan accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Isitan in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Isitan's office located?
Dr. Cigdem Isitan's Primary Practice
3471 5th Ave Ste 810
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 641-6600
What is Dr. Isitan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Isitan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396185823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Isitan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Isitan
What is Dr. Cigdem Isitan's specialty?
Dr. Isitan is a Neurologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Cigdem Isitan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Isitan is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Upmc Washington, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Butler Memorial Hospital, Heritage Valley Sewickley, Marietta Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Cigdem Isitan accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Cigdem Isitan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cigdem Isitan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Isitan's office at (412) 641-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cigdem Isitan?
Please contact Dr. Isitan's office at (412) 641-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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