Dr. James Boyd, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, VT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Boyd graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Health Care.
Dr. Boyd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boyd’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boyd’s office at (802) 847-4589.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Boyd?
Dr. James Boyd, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Boyd empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Deep Brain Stimulation, Huntington's Disease, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Burlington/VT community, Dr. Boyd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Boyd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fletcher Allen Health Care | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program
Medical School: Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine | Memorial University of Newfoundland / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Boyd board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. James Boyd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Boyd speak?
Dr. Boyd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Boyd treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Boyd 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. Boyd. 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:
Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
Parkinsonism
Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
PD
Shaking Palsy
Paralysis Agitans
Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
Fluctuating Parkinsonism
Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
Parkinson's Syndrome
Atypical Parkinsonism
Secondary Parkinsonism
Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
G20: Parkinson's disease
G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
Spasmodic Torticollis
Dystonia
Orofacial Dystonia
Cervical Dystonia
Wry Neck
Muscle Spasm Disorder
Involuntary Muscle Contractions
Movement Disorder
Facial Muscle Spasms
Jaw Dystonia
Mouth Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
G243: Spasmodic torticollis
G248: Other dystonia
G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia
Also known as:
Huntington's Disease
Huntington Chorea
HD
Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
G10: Huntington's disease
Also known as:
Chronic Migraine without Aura
Migraine with Aura
Migraine
Common Migraine
Migraine without warning signs
Everyday Migraine
Transformed migraine
Daily chronic headache
Persistent migraine
Classic migraine
Ocular migraine
Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
Facial Injuries and Disorder
Right Facial Twitch
Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Also known as:
Essential Tremor
Tremor
Essential tremor
Familial Tremor
Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
Left Hemifacial Spasm
Facial Injuries and Disorder
Left Facial Twitch
Left Facial Muscle Spasm
Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
Muscle Pain
Muscle Disorder
Myalgia
Muscle Ache
Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
Walking Problems
Gait Abnormalities
Difficulty Walking
Unsteady Gait
Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
Blepharospasm
Eyelid Disorder
Benign essential blepharospasm
Eyelid Spasms
Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
Walking and Mobility Problems
Walking Problems
Gait Abnormalities
Trouble Moving
Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does Dr. Boyd perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Boyd 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. Boyd. 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:
Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
Botox for facial spasms
Facial nerve chemodenervation
Blepharospasm treatment
Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
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)
Also known as:
Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
Extremity Chemodenervation
Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
Chemical nerve block (extremity)
Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
Botox for spasticity (additional)
Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
Extremity Chemodenervation
Spasticity Injection
Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
Chemodenervation for Migraine
Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
Facial Nerve Block
Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity
CPT Codes:
64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Multiple Trigger Point Injections
Trigger Point Release Injections
Muscle Pain Injections
Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Dr. Boyd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 847-4589 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boyd accept in Burlington, VT?
Dr. Boyd in Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Boyd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boyd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922021088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boyd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boyd
What is Dr. James Boyd's specialty?
Dr. Boyd is a Neurologist near Burlington, VT.
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.
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Is this Dr. James Boyd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boyd is affiliated with University of Vermont 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.
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Is James Boyd accepting new patients in Burlington, VT?
Yes, Dr. James Boyd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Boyd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boyd's office at (802) 847-4589 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Boyd?
Please contact Dr. Boyd's office at (802) 847-4589 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Boyd have?
Dr. James Boyd is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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