18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammond, Neurologist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Nancy Hammond, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammond’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hammond?
Dr. Nancy Hammond, 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. Hammond empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, Epilepsy in Women, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Colorado Springs, CO community, Dr. Hammond is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hammond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush Univ Medical Center
Is Dr. Hammond board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Hammond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?
Dr. Hammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Hammond typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond. 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:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- 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
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Hammond typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nancy Hammond 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. Hammond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammond accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Hammond in Colorado Springs, CO 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?
What is Dr. Hammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558391862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammond
What is Dr. Nancy Hammond's specialty?
Dr. Hammond is a Neurologist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Nancy Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammond is affiliated with The University Of Kansas 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
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 Nancy Hammond accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nancy Hammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nancy Hammond?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nancy Hammond have?
Dr. Nancy Hammond is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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