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Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami, MD

Neurologist, Clinical Neurophysiologist, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Narayanaswami, Neurologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Narayanaswami graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Narayanaswami is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Narayanaswami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Narayanaswami’s office at (617) 667-8130.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

    Is Dr. Narayanaswami board certified as a Neurologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Narayanaswami speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Tamil

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Narayanaswami 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. Narayanaswami. 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:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis (Flare-up)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG
    • MG Exacerbation
    • Acute Myasthenia Gravis
    • Myasthenic Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
    • G7001: Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • CIDP
    • Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
    • Demyelinating Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Myotonic Dystrophy
    • Muscular Dystrophy
    • Myotonic dystrophy
    • DM
    • Steinert's Disease
    • Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Narayanaswami 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. Narayanaswami. 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:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    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:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Narayanaswami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Narayanaswami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-8130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Narayanaswami accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Narayanaswami in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Eternal Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Narayanaswami's office located?

    Bidmc Neurology Shapiro Clinical Center

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 667-8130

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    Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami's Practice 2

    1000 Broadway

    Chelsea, MA 02150

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    Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami's Practice 3

    1 Deaconess Rd

    Boston, MA 02215

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

    Dr. Narayanaswami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326040197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Narayanaswami?

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

    What is Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami's specialty?

    Dr. Narayanaswami is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.

    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 Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Narayanaswami is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Narayanaswami's office at (617) 667-8130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami?

    Please contact Dr. Narayanaswami's office at (617) 667-8130 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Narayanaswami's office located?

    Dr. Narayanaswami's offices are located in Boston, MA and Chelsea, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami have?

    Dr. Pushpa Narayanaswami is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.