Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elman, Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lauren Elman, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Elman graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed her residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Neurology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elman’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elman’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Elman?
Dr. Lauren Elman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Elman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Muscular Dystrophy, Neuromuscular Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Elman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Elman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Neurology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
What languages does Dr. Elman speak?
Dr. Elman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elman treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Elman 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. Elman. 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:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- DM', 'Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
- FSHD
- Facio-Scapulo-Humeral MD
- Landouzy-Dejerine Dystrophy
- LGMD
- Limb Girdle MD
- Proximal Muscle Weakness
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
- Muscle Wasting Disease
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
- G7102: Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
- G71039: Limb girdle muscular dystrophy, unspecified
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
- G7100: Muscular dystrophy, unspecified
- G71038: Other limb girdle muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Elman perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Elman 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. Elman's office.
Does Dr. Elman accept my insurance?
Dr. Elman 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. Elman accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Elman in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elman's office located?
What is Dr. Elman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942231766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elman
What is Dr. Lauren Elman's specialty?
Dr. Elman is a Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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.
Contact Dr. Elman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lauren Elman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elman is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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
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Is Lauren Elman accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Elman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Elman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Elman?
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