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Dr. James Gaffney, MD

Ithaca, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaffney, Neurologist in Ithaca, NY?

    Dr. James Gaffney, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Gaffney completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurology; St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaffney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaffney’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaffney’s office at (607) 273-6757.

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

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Neurology; St Mary'S Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Health Center

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Gaffney board certified in Neurologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Gaffney speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gaffney treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Gaffney 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. Gaffney. 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:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness
    • R410: Disorientation, 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EEG
    • Irregular Electroencephalogram
    • Unusual Brain Wave Test
    • EEG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Widespread Nerve Damage
    • Generalized Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Does Dr. Gaffney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaffney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 273-6757 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaffney accept in Ithaca, NY?

    Dr. Gaffney in Ithaca, NY 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)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gaffney's office located?

    Dr. James Gaffney's Primary Practice

    310 Taughannock Blvd Ste 4

    Ithaca, NY 14850

    (607) 273-6757

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    Dr. James Gaffney's Practice 2

    905 Hanshaw Rd

    Ithaca, NY 14850

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    Dr. James Gaffney's Practice 3

    6 Euclid Ave

    Cortland, NY 13045

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

    Dr. Gaffney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316949522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaffney?

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

    What is Dr. James Gaffney's specialty?

    Dr. Gaffney is a Neurologist near Ithaca, NY.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. James Gaffney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaffney is affiliated with Cayuga 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 James Gaffney accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Gaffney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Gaffney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaffney's office at (607) 273-6757 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Gaffney?

    Please contact Dr. Gaffney's office at (607) 273-6757 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Gaffney have?

    Dr. James Gaffney is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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