19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purcell, Neurologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ian Purcell, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Purcell graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at University Ca San Diego Med Center. Dr. Purcell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purcell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purcell’s office at (858) 223-2172.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Purcell?
Dr. Ian Purcell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Purcell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Balance Disorders, Headache, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Purcell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Purcell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Ca San Diego Med Center | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Purcell speak?
Dr. Purcell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Purcell typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Purcell 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. Purcell. 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Reduced Skin Sensation
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Decreased skin feeling
- Partial numbness
- Hypoesthesia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R201: Hypoesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional Vertigo
- Crystal Vertigo
- Inner Ear Dizziness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8111: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, right ear
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Skin Sensation Issues
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Altered Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R209: Unspecified disturbances of skin sensation
Also known as:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- BPPV
- Positional vertigo
- Inner ear dizziness
- Crystal ear problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H8112: Benign paroxysmal vertigo, left ear
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Purcell typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Purcell performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Purcell. 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:
- Positional Nystagmus Test
- Nystagmus Eye Movement Test
- Inner Ear Balance Test
- Balance Tests
- Dizziness test
- Vertigo test
- Inner ear balance test
- Videonystagmography (VNG)
- Eye Movement Recording
- Gaze Nystagmus Test
- Fixation Nystagmus Test
- Rotational Vestibular Test
- Sinusoidal Rotational Test
- Vertigo Balance Test
CPT Codes:
- 92542: Positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording
- 92541: Spontaneous nystagmus test, including gaze and fixation nystagmus, with recording
- 92546: Sinusoidal vertical axis rotational testing
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Purcell accept my insurance?
Dr. Purcell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 223-2172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purcell accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Purcell in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purcell's office located?
Dr. Ian Purcell's Primary Practice
7625 Mesa College Dr Ste 200A
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 223-2172
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Ian Purcell an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Purcell has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Purcell, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Purcell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purcell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124233739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purcell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purcell
What is Dr. Ian Purcell's specialty?
Dr. Purcell is a Neurologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Ian Purcell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purcell is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Ian Purcell accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ian Purcell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ian Purcell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purcell's office at (858) 223-2172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ian Purcell?
Please contact Dr. Purcell's office at (858) 223-2172 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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