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Who is Dr. Bear, Neurologist in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. David Bear, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bear graduated from Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bear is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bear’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bear’s office.
Where did Dr. Bear go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bear speak?
Dr. Bear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Bear typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Bear 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. Bear. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Bear typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Bear 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. Bear. 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Bear accept my insurance?
Dr. Bear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bear accept in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Bear in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bear's office located?
What is Dr. Bear's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689643645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bear?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bear
What is Dr. David Bear's specialty?
Dr. Bear is a Neurologist near Pensacola, FL.
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. David Bear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bear is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Gulf Breeze Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola 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 David Bear accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?
Yes, Dr. David Bear is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Bear offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bear's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Bear?
Please contact Dr. Bear's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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