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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Epstein, Neurologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Michael Epstein, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Epstein graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Neurology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Epstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Epstein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Epstein’s office at (520) 229-2578.
Where did Dr. Epstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Neurology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Epstein board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Epstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Epstein speak?
Dr. Epstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Epstein treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Epstein 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. Epstein. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Epstein perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Epstein 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. Epstein's office.
Does Dr. Epstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Epstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 229-2578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Epstein accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Epstein in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
OptumRx
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Epstein's office located?
What is Dr. Epstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720041114.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Epstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Epstein
What is Dr. Michael Epstein's specialty?
Dr. Epstein is a Neurologist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Epstein to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Michael Epstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Epstein is affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Abrazo Central Campus 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 Epstein accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Michael Epstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Epstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (520) 229-2578 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Epstein?
Please contact Dr. Epstein's office at (520) 229-2578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Epstein have?
Dr. Michael Epstein is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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