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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scherer, Neurologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Katalin Scherer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Scherer completed her residency at Duke University Hospital. Dr. Scherer is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherer’s office at (520) 694-8888.
Where did Dr. Scherer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke University Hospital
Medical School: Albert Szent-Gyorgyi Medical University
Is Dr. Scherer board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Katalin Scherer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian
What conditions does Dr. Scherer treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis (Flare-up)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
- MG Exacerbation
- Acute Myasthenia Gravis
- Myasthenic Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
- G7001: Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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:
- 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:
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- DM', 'Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
- FSHD
- Facio-Scapulo-Humeral MD
- Landouzy-Dejerine Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
- G7102: Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Inclusion Body Myositis
- Muscle Disorder
- IBM
- Sporadic Inclusion Body Myositis
- Inflammatory Muscle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7241: Inclusion body myositis [IBM]
Also known as:
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Pompe disease
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7402: Pompe disease
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:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
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:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Which procedures does Dr. Scherer perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katalin Scherer 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. Scherer's office.
Does Dr. Scherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherer accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Scherer in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
Dr. Katalin Scherer's Primary Practice
6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 305
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 694-8888
What is Dr. Scherer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063465508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherer
What is Dr. Katalin Scherer's specialty?
Dr. Scherer is a Neurologist near Tucson, AZ.
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.
Contact Dr. Scherer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Katalin Scherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherer is affiliated with Tucson 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 Katalin Scherer accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Katalin Scherer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katalin Scherer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (520) 694-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katalin Scherer?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (520) 694-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katalin Scherer have?
Dr. Katalin Scherer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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