RO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Neurologist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Richard O'brien, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (800) 266-3853.
Is Dr. O'brien board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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.
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard O'brien 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
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 266-3853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. O'brien in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
Dr. Richard O'brien's Primary Practice
40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(800) 266-3853
3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346297306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Richard O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Neurologist near Durham, NC.
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. Richard O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Paducah 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 Richard O'brien accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Richard O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (800) 266-3853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (800) 266-3853 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard O'brien have?
Dr. Richard O'brien is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Durham, NC
JP
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Joel Page, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC.
Durham, NC
SI
Vascular Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Salman Ikramuddin, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC.
Durham, NC
JM
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Janice Massey, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Durham, NC