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51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atchison, Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Paul Atchison, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Atchison completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Neurology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Atchison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atchison’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atchison’s office at (205) 934-4011.
Where did Dr. Atchison go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Neurology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Atchison board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Atchison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Atchison speak?
Dr. Atchison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Atchison treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Atchison 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. Atchison. 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:
- Orofacial Dystonia
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Genetic Dystonia
- Dystonia 6
- Early-onset isolated dystonia
- Facial Muscle Spasms
- Jaw Dystonia
- Mouth Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
- Hereditary Dystonia
- Torsion Dystonia
- Early-Onset Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
- G242: Idiopathic nonfamilial dystonia
- G241: Genetic torsion dystonia
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:
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Which procedures does Dr. Atchison perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Atchison 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. Atchison's office.
Does Dr. Atchison accept my insurance?
Dr. Atchison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atchison accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Atchison in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atchison's office located?
What is Dr. Atchison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atchison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134174667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atchison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atchison
What is Dr. Paul Atchison's specialty?
Dr. Atchison is a Neurologist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Atchison to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Atchison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atchison is affiliated with Uab 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
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Is Paul Atchison accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Atchison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Atchison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atchison's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Atchison?
Please contact Dr. Atchison's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Atchison have?
Dr. Paul Atchison is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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