Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pourfar, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Michael Pourfar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pourfar is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pourfar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pourfar’s office at (212) 263-2607.
Is Dr. Pourfar board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Pourfar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Pourfar speak?
Dr. Pourfar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Pourfar typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Pourfar 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. Pourfar. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods
- Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device
- Nerve Stimulator
- Neuromodulation Device
- Implantable Stimulator
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9682: Presence of neurostimulator
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Pourfar typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Pourfar 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
Please contact Dr. Pourfar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pourfar accept my insurance?
Dr. Pourfar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-2607 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pourfar accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Pourfar in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pourfar's office located?
Dr. Michael Pourfar's Primary Practice
550 1st Ave # 3C
New York, NY 10016
(212) 263-2607
What is Dr. Pourfar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pourfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730169905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pourfar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pourfar
What is Dr. Michael Pourfar's specialty?
Dr. Pourfar is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
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 this Dr. Michael Pourfar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pourfar is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Michael Pourfar accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Pourfar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Pourfar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pourfar's office at (212) 263-2607 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Pourfar?
Please contact Dr. Pourfar's office at (212) 263-2607 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Pourfar have?
Dr. Michael Pourfar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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