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Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD

Carlsbad, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frishberg, Neurologist in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Frishberg graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Stanford University Program. Dr. Frishberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frishberg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frishberg’s office at (760) 631-3000.

    Where did Dr. Frishberg go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Frishberg board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Frishberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Frishberg speak?

    Dr. Frishberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Frishberg typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Frishberg 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. Frishberg. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H532: Diplopia

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Frishberg typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Frishberg performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Frishberg. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
    • Trigeminal Nerve Injection
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Ophthalmic Nerve Block
    • Maxillary Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
    • 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Does Dr. Frishberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frishberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 631-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frishberg accept in Carlsbad, CA?

    Dr. Frishberg in Carlsbad, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Frishberg's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Frishberg's Primary Practice

    6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200

    Carlsbad, CA 92011

    (760) 631-3000

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    Dr. Benjamin Frishberg's Practice 2

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 102

    Escondido, CA 92029

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    What is Dr. Frishberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Frishberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952346348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frishberg?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frishberg

    What is Dr. Benjamin Frishberg's specialty?

    Dr. Frishberg is a Neurologist near Carlsbad, CA.

    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. Benjamin Frishberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frishberg is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Benjamin Frishberg accepting new patients in Carlsbad, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Frishberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Frishberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frishberg's office at (760) 631-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Frishberg?

    Please contact Dr. Frishberg's office at (760) 631-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Frishberg have?

    Dr. Benjamin Frishberg is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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