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Who is Dr. Modica, Neurologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Joseph Modica, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Modica is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Modica’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Modica’s office at (585) 341-7500.
What languages does Dr. Modica speak?
Dr. Modica and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Modica treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Modica 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. Modica. 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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Common Migraine
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43011: Migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
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:
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Modica perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Modica 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. Modica's office.
Does Dr. Modica accept my insurance?
Dr. Modica accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 341-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Modica accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Modica in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Modica's office located?
Dr. Joseph Modica's Primary Practice
40 George Karl Blvd Ste 120
Buffalo, NY 14221
(585) 341-7500
What is Dr. Modica's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Modica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023545654.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Modica?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Modica
What is Dr. Joseph Modica's specialty?
Dr. Modica is a Neurologist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Modica to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Modica affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Modica is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Modica accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Modica is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Modica offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Modica's office at (585) 341-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Modica?
Please contact Dr. Modica's office at (585) 341-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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