Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birnbaum, Vascular Neurologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lee Birnbaum, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Birnbaum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birnbaum’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birnbaum’s office at (210) 257-1400.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Birnbaum?
Dr. Lee Birnbaum, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular 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. Birnbaum empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Stroke, Vascular Neurology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Antonio/TX community, Dr. Birnbaum is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Birnbaum board certified in Vascular Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Birnbaum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Birnbaum speak?
Dr. Birnbaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Birnbaum treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Artery Bulge
- Blood Vessel Widening
- Vascular Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Bulge
- Neck Artery Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I729: Aneurysm of unspecified site
- I720: Aneurysm of carotid artery
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
- Arteriovenous Malformation
- Vascular Malformation
- AVM
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
- Q2730: Arteriovenous malformation, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Which procedures does Dr. Birnbaum perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lee Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum's office.
Does Dr. Birnbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 257-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birnbaum accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Birnbaum in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birnbaum's office located?
What is Dr. Birnbaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birnbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093739294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birnbaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birnbaum
What is Dr. Lee Birnbaum's specialty?
Dr. Birnbaum is a Vascular Neurologist near San Antonio, TX. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Birnbaum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lee Birnbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birnbaum is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Vascular Neurologist?
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Is Lee Birnbaum accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lee Birnbaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Birnbaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (210) 257-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Birnbaum?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (210) 257-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Birnbaum have?
Dr. Lee Birnbaum is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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