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Dr. Ray Watts, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watts, Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Ray Watts, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Watts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watts’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watts’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Watts?

    Dr. Ray Watts, 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. Watts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham, AL community, Dr. Watts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Watts speak?

    Dr. Watts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Watts typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Watts 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. Watts. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements
    • PD with Dyskinesia
    • Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Watts typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Watts 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. Watts. 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:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Does Dr. Watts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watts accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Watts in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Watts' office located?

    Dr. Ray Watts' Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Ray Watts' Practice 2

    1717 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    Dr. Ray Watts' Practice 3

    501 Emery Dr W

    Hoover, AL 35244

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    What is Dr. Watts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Watts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427071273.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watts?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watts

    What is Dr. Ray Watts's specialty?

    Dr. Watts is a Neurologist near Birmingham, AL.

    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. Ray Watts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watts is affiliated with Uab 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ray Watts accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Ray Watts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ray Watts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watts's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ray Watts?

    Please contact Dr. Watts's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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