The 20 Best Trigeminal Neuralgia Doctors Near Me in Bridgeton, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 61 doctor with experience in Trigeminal Neuralgia near Bridgeton, MO. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mattson is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri - Columbia School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine training at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis. He completed his neurology residency at Harvard Medical School at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and The Children's Hospital in Boston, where he served as clinical chief resident. Dr. Mattson completed his fellowship in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Mattson is the director of epilepsy services for SSM Health Neurosciences. His office is located on the SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis campus. Dr. Mattson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Mattson is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Clinical Neurophysiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine | Neurology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine | Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Margolis is board certified in internal medicine, neurology and vascular neurology. He has been in practice in the St. Louis area since 1980 and has served on numerous boards and committees in both leadership and advisory roles. He graduated cum laude from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He completed his neurology training at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Margolis is the co-director of neurology for SSM Health Neurosciences. He provides an integrated, multi-specialty approach to diseases that affect the brain and nervous system. His office is located on the SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis campus. Dr. Margolis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Foot Drop, Essential Tremor, Corticobasal Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Margolis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Seth Hepner, MD is a board- certified neurologist with special interests in headache, movement disorders, stroke, and spasticity. Dr. Hepner received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and then completed his internship and residency in neurology from Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He holds a sub-specialty board certification in headache medicine since 2020. Dr. Hepner has been in practice since 2013. In his spare time, Dr. Hepner enjoys running and spending time with his wife and two children. ""My practice is based on a patient-centered philosophy that includes the support and involvement of the family."" - Seth Hepner, MD". Dr. Hepner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Hepner is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    A board-certified neurologist, Dr. Lu graduated from Nantong Medical College and completed his neurology residency at Saint Louis University. He also earned a PhD in neuroscience and served as a faculty member at Duke University Eye Center and as a post-doctoral fellow at Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Lu has published more than a dozen peer-reviewed papers in international journals and has presented his research at numerous national and international meetings, including the American Academy of Neurology annual meeting. His research encompasses the pathological mechanism and therapeutic targets of Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, dementia, seizure, tremor, neuromuscular disorder, neurodegeneration, neuroregeneration and retinal degeneration. He treats patients with a variety of neurological conditions such as headache, seizure, multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, tremor, dystonia, dementia, myopathy, neuropathy, stroke, back pain, neck pain, confusion, numbness and weakness. He has a special interest in managing and using Botox® injections for headache, movement disorders, spasticity, as well as interpreting EMG, NCV, EEG. Dr. Lu treats patients 18 years of age and older. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Spasticity, and Migraine. Dr. Lu is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    A board-certified neurologist, Dr. Kaul attended medical school at A.C.P.M. Medical College in India and completed his residency training at Southern Illinois University, Department of Neurology, in Springfield. He has a PhD in neuroscience and has conducted extensive research in the field of Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Dr. Kaul's experience includes treating stroke, neuropathy, epilepsy, infectious meningitis, migraines and pediatric neurology cases. He is highly proficient in performing electromyography (EMG), reading electroencephalogram (EEG) tracings and performing botox injections for headache and spasticity. Dr. Kaul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Chediak-Higashi Syndrome, Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, and Sciatica. Dr. Kaul is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Neurosurgery
    Neurosurgery

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Fangxiang Chen is a neurosurgeon who provides comprehensive neurosurgical services for patients ages 18 and older. He primarily focuses on treating spine pain, spine tumors, neck pain, and brain tumors. He specializes in various complex neurosurgeries, including skull base, cerebrovascular, minimally invasive spine, spinal fusions, endoscopic, microvascular decompression surgeries for trigeminal neuralgia and facial spasm, and carotid artery endarterectomies. Dr. Chen is committed to caring for his patients and their families, sharing critical education and support throughout their health care journey. He promises them his best possible knowledge, surgical skills, and effort, while being attentive, caring, and approachable. His goal is to ensure each patient experiences the best outcome possible. Dr. Chen is a member of the Congress of Neurosurgical Surgeons (CNS). He has also been widely published in neurosurgery journals. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Chen is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    330 First Capitol Drive, Suite 440, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. David Neils is a neurosurgeon who provides comprehensive neurosurgical services for patients ages 18 and older. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and complex reconstructive spine surgery. He offers consultations and treatments for various conditions affecting the spine, specifically the cervical spine, lumbar spine, and neck. He also treats spinal tumors and deformities as well as brain tumors. Dr. Neils takes pride in being a caring, considerate neurosurgeon, earning his patients' trust and confidence. He takes the time to listen to his patients, so he can learn more about their concerns and goals. He also provides an in-depth explanation of every condition and procedure, ensuring his patients understand their diagnosis and any proposed treatments. Dr. Neils is a board member of the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) and the Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS). Dr. Neils is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Neils is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    711 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Suite 300, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kramer is board certified in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree and completed his internship and residency at Saint Louis University. Dr. Kramer has been practicing with SSM Health since 2003. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Memory Loss, Coronary Heart Disease, and Anemia. Dr. Kramer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    Office

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 5003B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyeong Lee is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Susac Syndrome, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Dravet Syndrome.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 De Paul Dr Ste 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Scodary is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Scodary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neuroradiology

    Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jordan Gutovich is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gutovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia

    BJC Medical Group At St. Peters

    201 Bjc Saint Peters Dr Ste 200, 
    Saint Peters, MO 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Turpin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Peters, Missouri. Dr. Turpin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    400 First Capitol Drive, Suite 407, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Min Pan, MD, PhD, is a fellowship-trained neurologist providing care to patients ages 18 and older. Practicing since 2004 as a board-certified neurologist, Dr. Pan specializes in performing electromyography (EMG)/nerve conduction testing and giving Botox treatment. She treats neuropathy, seizure, stroke, migraines, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, dementia, ALS. She received her medical degree from Shanghai Medical University School of Medicine. She completed her neurology residency at Saint Louis University School of Medicine where she was the chief resident during the 2002-2003 academic year. She completed her fellowship in neurophysiology (EMG, nerve conduction study and EEG) at Saint Louis University Hospital. She received her PhD from the University of Mississippi Medical Center Department of Neuroscience and Anatomy. Dr. Pan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Pan is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgical Specialists Of West County Inc

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 297A, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Sweeney is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Delirium, Laminectomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Advanced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    Office

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 5003B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ksenija Kos is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Niranjan Singh, MD, DM, FAAN ,FAHS, FAANEM, is board certified in psychiatry & neurology, neuromuscular medicine, headache medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine (EDX). He graduated from Banaras Hindu University's Institute of Medical Sciences in Varanasi, India, and completed his residency within the department of Neurology and Psychiatry at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. After completing his residency, Dr. Singh became a fellow within the department of neurology and psychiatry at Saint Louis University School of Medicine before becoming an associate professor of neurology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia, MO. Dr. Singh practices neurology for patients 18 years of age and older and has clinical interests in neuromuscular medicine, electrodiagnostic testing, stroke, headache medicine and general neurology. He is a member of the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the International Headache Society. ""When caring for my patients, I always try to approach them with the same compassionate care I would want for my own family member.""". Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Migraine, Multiple System Atrophy, Headache, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Singh is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation/Neuromuscular Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Vikas Kumar, MD, PhD, is a neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist who is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Kumar holds a bachelor's degree in medicine and surgery from Darbhanga Medical College, India and a medical degree in physiology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and a PhD in molecular physiology and biophysics from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed his residency in neurology and a fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology (EMG) at Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he also served as chief resident. In addition, he has research interest in molecular neurosciences. Besides practicing general neurology, he specializes in the treatment of ALS, myasthenia gravis, neuropathy, neuromuscular disorders and has special interest in Parkinson's disease, normal pressure hydrocephalus, headache, dementia. ""The challenges of complex neurological diseases and the specialty known for 'deductive reasoning' along with advancement in neurodiagnostic tools, therapy and collaborative approach, drive me each and every day to achieve compassionate patient care.""- Vikas Kumar, MD, PhD". Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, Shingles, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Clinical Neurophysiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology

    Washington University School Of Medicine

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Perkins is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Perkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Neuralgia.

    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Dowling is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dowling is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Trigeminal Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    660 S Euclid Ave Ste 8057, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Rich is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Rich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Glioma, Endovascular Embolization, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Trigeminal Neuralgia?

    Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a nerve disorder. It causes a stabbing or electric shock-like pain in parts of the face.

    When should I see a Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Trigeminal Neuralgia doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Trigeminal Neuralgia doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Trigeminal Neuralgia doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Trigeminal Neuralgia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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