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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purbaugh, Neurologist in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Matthew Purbaugh, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Purbaugh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purbaugh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purbaugh’s office at (402) 483-8534.
What languages does Dr. Purbaugh speak?
Dr. Purbaugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Purbaugh treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Purbaugh 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. Purbaugh. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Toxic brain damage
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Purbaugh perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Purbaugh 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. Purbaugh's office.
Does Dr. Purbaugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Purbaugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 483-8534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purbaugh accept in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Purbaugh in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medica
Medicare
State of Nebraska
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Purbaugh's office located?
Dr. Matthew Purbaugh's Primary Practice
2222 S 16th St Ste 340
Lincoln, NE 68502
(402) 483-8534
What is Dr. Purbaugh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purbaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437640067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purbaugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purbaugh
What is Dr. Matthew Purbaugh's specialty?
Dr. Purbaugh is a Neurologist near Lincoln, NE.
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. Purbaugh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Matthew Purbaugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purbaugh is affiliated with Bryan East Campus 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
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Is Matthew Purbaugh accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Purbaugh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Purbaugh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purbaugh's office at (402) 483-8534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Purbaugh?
Please contact Dr. Purbaugh's office at (402) 483-8534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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