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Who is Dr. Risk, Neurologist in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Winthrop Risk, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA. He is board certified. Dr. Risk graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology. Dr. Risk is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Risk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Risk’s office at (319) 362-7924.
Where did Dr. Risk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
What languages does Dr. Risk speak?
Dr. Risk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Risk treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Risk 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. Risk. 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 Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Risk perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Winthrop Risk 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. Risk's office.
Does Dr. Risk accept my insurance?
Dr. Risk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 362-7924 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Risk accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Risk in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Risk's office located?
Dr. Winthrop Risk's Primary Practice
811 5th Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 362-7924
What is Dr. Risk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Risk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104804053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Risk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Risk
What is Dr. Winthrop Risk's specialty?
Dr. Risk is a Neurologist near Cedar Rapids, IA.
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. Risk to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Winthrop Risk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Risk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Winthrop Risk accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. Winthrop Risk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Winthrop Risk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Risk's office at (319) 362-7924 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Winthrop Risk?
Please contact Dr. Risk's office at (319) 362-7924 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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