Overview
Joseph Americo is a Neurologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Americo is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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4242 Farnam St Ste 650, Omaha, NE 68131
988435 Nebraska Medical Ctr, Omaha, NE 68198
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph Americo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Americo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph Americo by calling their office at 402-559-8600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph Americo a top-rated expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph Americo is classified as an Distinguished expert for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joseph Americo specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph Americo is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Joseph Americo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Americo has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). You can view a list of Dr. Joseph Americo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph Americo accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph Americo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 402-559-8600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Primary Lateral SclerosisDr. Americo isDistinguished. Learn about Primary Lateral Sclerosis.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Americo isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Americo isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Americo isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Advanced
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Americo isAdvanced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Americo isAdvanced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- DysarthriaDr. Americo isAdvanced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Foot DropDr. Americo isAdvanced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)
- Inclusion Body MyositisDr. Americo isAdvanced. Learn about Inclusion Body Myositis.
- Experienced
- Brown SyndromeDr. Americo isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Americo isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Americo isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.