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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yalcin, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Nilufer Yalcin, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Brighton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yalcin is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yalcin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yalcin’s office at (706) 721-8623.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yalcin?
Dr. Nilufer Yalcin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurocritical Care Specialist 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. Yalcin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neurocritical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brighton, MA community, Dr. Yalcin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Yalcin speak?
Dr. Yalcin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Yalcin typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Yalcin 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. Yalcin. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I615: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, intraventricular
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Swelling
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Edema
- Edema of the Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G936: Cerebral edema
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Yalcin typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nilufer Yalcin 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. Yalcin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yalcin accept my insurance?
Dr. Yalcin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-8623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yalcin accept in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Yalcin in Brighton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yalcin's office located?
Dr. Nilufer Yalcin's Primary Practice
736 Cambridge St # 8
Brighton, MA 02135
(706) 721-8623
What is Dr. Yalcin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yalcin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457732125.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yalcin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yalcin
What is Dr. Nilufer Yalcin's specialty?
Dr. Yalcin is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Brighton, MA.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Nilufer Yalcin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yalcin is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist. 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 Nilufer Yalcin accepting new patients in Brighton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Nilufer Yalcin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilufer Yalcin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yalcin's office at (706) 721-8623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilufer Yalcin?
Please contact Dr. Yalcin's office at (706) 721-8623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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