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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ficker, Neurologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. David Ficker, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ficker graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurology; Christ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ficker is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ficker’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ficker’s office at (513) 475-8730.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ficker?
Dr. David Ficker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ficker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati, OH community, Dr. Ficker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ficker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurology; Christ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mayo Clinic Hospital | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ficker board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. David Ficker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ficker speak?
Dr. Ficker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ficker typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ficker 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. Ficker. 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:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ficker typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Ficker 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. Ficker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ficker accept my insurance?
Dr. Ficker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 475-8730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ficker accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Ficker in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ficker's office located?
Dr. David Ficker's Primary Practice
3113 Bellevue Ave Fl 3
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 475-8730
What is Dr. Ficker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ficker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174564181.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ficker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ficker
What is Dr. David Ficker's specialty?
Dr. Ficker is a Neurologist near Cincinnati, OH.
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. David Ficker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ficker is affiliated with Uc 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 David Ficker accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. David Ficker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Ficker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ficker's office at (513) 475-8730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Ficker?
Please contact Dr. Ficker's office at (513) 475-8730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Ficker have?
Dr. David Ficker is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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