34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ching, Neurologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Marilou Ching, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Ching graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed her residency at University at Buffalo Program. Dr. Ching is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ching’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ching’s office at (716) 859-5600.
Where did Dr. Ching go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University at Buffalo Program
Medical School: Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation | University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Ching board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Marilou Ching, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ching speak?
Dr. Ching and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ching typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ching 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. Ching. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ching typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Marilou Ching 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
Please contact Dr. Ching's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ching accept my insurance?
Dr. Ching accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 859-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ching accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Ching in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ching's office located?
What is Dr. Ching's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ching's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184815839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ching?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ching
What is Dr. Marilou Ching's specialty?
Dr. Ching is a Neurologist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Marilou Ching affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ching is affiliated with Olean General Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marilou Ching accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Marilou Ching is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marilou Ching offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ching's office at (716) 859-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marilou Ching?
Please contact Dr. Ching's office at (716) 859-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marilou Ching have?
Dr. Marilou Ching is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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