Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silvestri, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Nicholas Silvestri, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Silvestri completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Silvestri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silvestri’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silvestri’s office at (716) 859-5600.
Where did Dr. Silvestri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Neuromuscular Medicine, Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Is Dr. Silvestri board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Silvestri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Silvestri speak?
Dr. Silvestri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silvestri treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Silvestri 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. Silvestri. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Migraine with Aura
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
- Sick Headache
- Vascular Headache
- Hemicrania
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43919: Migraine, unspecified, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43119: Migraine with aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Silvestri perform as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Silvestri 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. Silvestri's office.
Does Dr. Silvestri accept my insurance?
Dr. Silvestri 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. Silvestri accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Silvestri 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Silvestri's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Neurology
Member
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Member
Awards
Excellence in Teaching In Adult Neurology, UB Neurology Residency Prog
Best Teacher, UB Adult Neurology Residency Program
What is Dr. Silvestri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silvestri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073783858.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silvestri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silvestri
What is Dr. Nicholas Silvestri's specialty?
Dr. Silvestri is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Buffalo, NY. A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Contact Dr. Silvestri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Silvestri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silvestri is affiliated with Buffalo General Medical Center 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 Nicholas Silvestri accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Silvestri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Silvestri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silvestri's office at (716) 859-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Silvestri?
Please contact Dr. Silvestri's office at (716) 859-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Silvestri have?
Dr. Nicholas Silvestri is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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