BD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dorfman, Neurologist in Cheshire, CT?
Dr. Benjamin Dorfman, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cheshire, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dorfman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorfman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorfman’s office at (212) 241-5607.
What languages does Dr. Dorfman speak?
Dr. Dorfman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dorfman treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Dorfman 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. Dorfman. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Drug-Induced Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
- Medication-Induced Tremor
- Tremor from Drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
- G251: Drug-induced tremor
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- PSP
- Steele-Richardson-Olszewski Syndrome
- Progressive Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- G231: Progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia [Steele-Richardson-Olszewski]
Also known as:
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Slurred or Unclear Speech
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Dysarthria
- Anarthria
- Difficulty articulating words
ICD-10 Codes:
- R471: Dysarthria and anarthria
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Which procedures does Dr. Dorfman perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Dorfman 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. Dorfman's office.
Does Dr. Dorfman accept my insurance?
Dr. Dorfman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-5607 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dorfman accept in Cheshire, CT?
Dr. Dorfman in Cheshire, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CarePartners of Connecticut
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Dorfman's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Dorfman's Primary Practice
280 S Main St Ste 102
Cheshire, CT 06410
(212) 241-5607
What is Dr. Dorfman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dorfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043697709.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorfman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dorfman
What is Dr. Benjamin Dorfman's specialty?
Dr. Dorfman is a Neurologist near Cheshire, CT.
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. Dorfman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Benjamin Dorfman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dorfman is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, William W. Backus 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
Explore Neurologist with 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 Benjamin Dorfman accepting new patients in Cheshire, CT?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Dorfman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Dorfman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dorfman's office at (212) 241-5607 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Dorfman?
Please contact Dr. Dorfman's office at (212) 241-5607 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Neurologist Near Cheshire, CT
Accepting patientsDr. Igor Turok, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wallingford, CT. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Wallingford, CT
Accepting patientsDr. Hamid Sami, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Meriden, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Meriden, CT
DP
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. David Pitt, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in North Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified.
North Haven, CT