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Dr. James Wymer, MD

Dr. James Wymer, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wymer, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. James Wymer, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wymer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wymer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wymer’s office at (352) 265-0301.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wymer?

    Dr. James Wymer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - 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. Wymer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Neuromuscular Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gainesville/FL community, Dr. Wymer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Wymer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Maryland

    Is Dr. Wymer board certified as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Wymer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Wymer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wymer treat?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Wymer 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. Wymer. 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:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • Primary Lateral Sclerosis
    • Progressive Bulbar Palsy
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Paralysis
    • ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease
    • PLS
    • Progressive Spastic Paraparesis
    • Upper Motor Neuron Disease
    • PBP
    • Bulbar Palsy
    • Progressive Paralysis of Face and Throat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
    • G1223: Primary lateral sclerosis
    • G1222: Progressive bulbar palsy

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Multiple Nerve Disorder
    • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy
    • Widespread Nerve Damage
    • Generalized Neuropathy
    • CIDP
    • Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
    • Demyelinating Neuropathy
    • CMT Disease
    • Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
    • Peroneal Muscular Atrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
    • G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
    • G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
    • G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    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:

    • Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    • Motor Neuron Disease
    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • SMA
    • Progressive Muscle Weakness
    • Motor Neuron Degeneration
    • MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
    • G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does Dr. Wymer perform?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Wymer 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. Wymer. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Speech Sound Production Evaluation
    • Articulation assessment
    • Phonological process evaluation
    • Apraxia of speech assessment
    • Dysarthria evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92522: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria);

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Wymer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wymer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-0301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wymer accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Wymer in Gainesville, FL 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wymer's office located?

    Dr. James Wymer's Primary Practice

    1600 SW Archer Rd # 100371

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 265-0301

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    Dr. James Wymer's Practice 2

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. James Wymer's Practice 3

    13940 N US Highway 441 Ste 702

    Lady Lake, FL 32159

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

    Dr. Wymer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720037278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wymer?

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

    What is Dr. James Wymer's specialty?

    Dr. Wymer is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Wymer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Wymer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wymer is affiliated with UF Health Shands 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

    Where can I learn more about Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?

    Explore Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist with 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 James Wymer accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. James Wymer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wymer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wymer's office at (352) 265-0301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Wymer?

    Please contact Dr. Wymer's office at (352) 265-0301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Wymer have?

    Dr. James Wymer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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