29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cherches, Neurologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Igor Cherches, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Cherches completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Cherches is fluent in English, German, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherches’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherches’s office at (713) 795-0074.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cherches?
Dr. Igor Cherches, 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. Cherches empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Electromyography (EMG), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Cherches is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cherches go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baylor College Of Med
Is Dr. Cherches board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Igor Cherches, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Cherches speak?
Dr. Cherches and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cherches treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cherches 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. Cherches. 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:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Multifocal Motor Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
- MMN
- Multifocal Motor Nerve Damage
- Chronic Motor Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
- G6182: Multifocal motor neuropathy
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
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:
- 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:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does Dr. Cherches perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cherches 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. Cherches. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Cherches accept my insurance?
Dr. Cherches accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 795-0074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cherches accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cherches in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Gordon Food Service
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cherches' office located?
Dr. Igor Cherches' Primary Practice
6655 Travis St Ste 600
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 795-0074
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
60% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Igor Cherches a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Cherches has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Cherches, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Cherches's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cherches's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942295522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherches?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cherches
What is Dr. Igor Cherches's specialty?
Dr. Cherches is a Neurologist near Houston, TX.
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. Cherches to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Igor Cherches affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cherches is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital 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 Igor Cherches accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Igor Cherches is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Igor Cherches offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cherches's office at (713) 795-0074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Igor Cherches?
Please contact Dr. Cherches's office at (713) 795-0074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Igor Cherches have?
Dr. Igor Cherches is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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