BK
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kummer, Vascular Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Kummer, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kummer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kummer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kummer’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kummer speak?
Dr. Kummer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kummer treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Kummer 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. Kummer. 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
- Mini-Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Blood Clot in Brain
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
- I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Which procedures does Dr. Kummer perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Kummer 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. Kummer's office.
Does Dr. Kummer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kummer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kummer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kummer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
Molina
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kummer's office located?
What is Dr. Kummer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kummer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457641037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kummer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kummer
What is Dr. Benjamin Kummer's specialty?
Dr. Kummer is a Vascular Neurologist near New York, 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. Kummer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Kummer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kummer is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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 Benjamin Kummer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kummer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kummer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kummer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kummer?
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