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Dr. John Townsend, MD

Newark, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Townsend, Neurologist in Newark, DE?

    Dr. John Townsend, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Townsend graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (302) 727-0344.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Townsend board certified as a Neurologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Toxic brain damage
    • Toxic encephalopathy
    • Brain damage from toxins
    • Drug-induced brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G928: Other toxic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 727-0344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Newark, DE?

    Dr. Townsend in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

    Dr. John Townsend's Primary Practice

    774 Christiana Rd Ste 201B

    Newark, DE 19713

    (302) 727-0344

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    Dr. John Townsend's Practice 2

    200 Hygeia Dr

    Newark, DE 19713

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    Dr. John Townsend's Practice 3

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd

    Newark, DE 19718

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

    Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982656245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?

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

    What is Dr. John Townsend's specialty?

    Dr. Townsend is a Neurologist near Newark, DE.

    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. John Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Beebe Healthcare 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

    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 John Townsend accepting new patients in Newark, DE?

    Yes, Dr. John Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Townsend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (302) 727-0344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Townsend?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (302) 727-0344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Townsend have?

    Dr. John Townsend is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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