Neurology & Brain Specialists — NPI Directory (2084N0400X)

What Does Taxonomy Code 2084N0400X Mean?

In the HIPAA National Uniform Claim Committee (NUCC) classification, code 2084N0400X translates in plain language to:
"Board-Certified Neurologist (Brain, Spine, Stroke & Nerve Specialist)"

Primary Certifying / Accrediting Authority: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
When Patients Should Consult: Stroke recovery, chronic or severe migraines, seizures, numbness/tingling in hands or feet (neuropathy), tremors, memory loss, or suspected CSF leak.

Common Procedures & Clinical Prescribing Profile

Typical clinical procedures (Medicare Part B Utilization) and therapeutic classes (Medicare Part D Prescribing) associated with Neurology & Brain Specialists:

• Electroencephalography (EEG — CPT 95816) for Seizure & Epilepsy Evaluation
• Electromyography (EMG) & Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
• Lumbar Puncture & Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Pressure/Analysis
• Acute Ischemic Stroke NIHSS Assessment & Neuroimaging Review

• CGRP Antagonists & Triptans (Sumatriptan, Rizatriptan) for Migraine
• Antiepileptic Drugs (Levetiracetam, Lamotrigine, Valproate)
• Levodopa/Carbidopa (Parkinson's Disease) & Gabapentin/Pregabalin (Neuropathy)
• Antiplatelet & Secondary Stroke Prevention Regimens