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Dr. Adina Alport, MD

Dr. Adina Alport, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alport, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Adina R. Alport, MD is a practicing Adult Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY. She specializes in general neurology, neuropathy, dementia, and headaches. Dr. Alport graduated from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1998. She completed a residency at SUNY Downstate and a fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian and Hospital for Special Surgery for EMG and peripheral neuropathy.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alport?

    Dr. Adina Alport, 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. Alport empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Peripheral Neuropathy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Alport is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alport speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Alport treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Alport 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. Alport. 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:

    • 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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
    • Nerve Damage without Known Cause
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia with Behavioral Changes
    • Dementia
    • Dementia with behavioral problems
    • Cognitive decline with behavior issues
    • Memory loss with personality changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Neuromyelitis Optica
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Neuromyelitis optica
    • NMO', 'Devic's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]

    Also known as:

    • Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
    • Walking Problems
    • Ataxia
    • Clumsy Walking
    • Impaired Balance While Walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R260: Ataxic gait

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Does Dr. Alport accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alport accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alport accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Alport in Brooklyn, NY 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 Michigan

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Alport's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    506 6th Street

    Suite Kp6

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Alport's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265401400.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alport?

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

    What is Dr. Adina Alport's specialty?

    Dr. Alport is a Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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. Alport to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Adina Alport affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alport is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital 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 Adina Alport accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Adina Alport is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adina Alport offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alport's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Adina Alport?

    Please contact Dr. Alport's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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