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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caruana, Vascular Neurologist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Alison Caruana, DO is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Caruana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caruana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caruana’s office at (631) 444-2599.
What languages does Dr. Caruana speak?
Dr. Caruana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Caruana treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Caruana 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. Caruana. 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:
- Mini-Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Paralysis
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Caruana perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alison Caruana 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. Caruana's office.
Does Dr. Caruana accept my insurance?
Dr. Caruana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2599 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caruana accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Caruana in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Cascade Comprehensive Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Caruana's office located?
Dr. Alison Caruana's Primary Practice
100 Nicolls Rd
Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 444-2599
Dr. Alison Caruana's Practice 2
181 N Belle Mead Ave Ste 6
Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 444-2599
What is Dr. Caruana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caruana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003295163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caruana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caruana
What is Dr. Alison Caruana's specialty?
Dr. Caruana is a Vascular Neurologist near Stony Brook, NY. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Caruana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alison Caruana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caruana is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Vascular Neurologist?
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Is Alison Caruana accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alison Caruana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Caruana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caruana's office at (631) 444-2599 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Caruana?
Please contact Dr. Caruana's office at (631) 444-2599 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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