Compare 159 neurologists in Tampa, FL. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Neurologists
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Accepting patients
79%
Most common: MD
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Tampa punches above its weight in healthcare because of two anchors: Tampa General Hospital, the region's only Level I trauma center, and Moffitt Cancer Center, Florida's only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. USF Health ties them together with a research pipeline that keeps attracting specialists to the area.
Tampa has 159 neurologists. The most common credential is MD (79%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
The medical core sits along the Bayshore corridor from Davis Islands to the USF campus, roughly a 20-minute drive when traffic cooperates. South Tampa residents are close to Tampa General, while north Tampa and New Tampa neighborhoods gravitate toward AdventHealth and St. Joseph's. The Selmon Expressway and I-275 are the main arteries to hospital campuses.
Providers practice throughout Tampa. Hyde Park is an upscale South Tampa neighborhood with specialty practices and close proximity to Tampa General Hospital. Ybor City is a historic district east of downtown with community clinics and quick access to Tampa General. Seminole Heights is a revitalizing neighborhood with growing healthcare options and proximity to AdventHealth Tampa. South Tampa is a family-focused area near Tampa General Hospital and the Bayshore medical corridor.
Nearby hospitals include Tampa General Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center, and AdventHealth Tampa. Local training programs run through University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and University of Tampa. Moffitt Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida.
A first neurology visit includes a detailed neurological exam: the doctor tests your reflexes, coordination, balance, strength, sensation, and memory. They will review your symptoms, medical history, and any imaging. Additional tests like an MRI, EEG (brain wave recording), or nerve conduction study may be ordered. Bring a list of all medications and a detailed description of your symptoms.
If you are new to the area, the BayCare and AdventHealth systems each have patient navigators who can match you with a primary care doctor accepting new patients in your ZIP code.
See a neurologist for frequent or severe headaches, seizures, tremors, memory problems, numbness or tingling that does not go away, unexplained dizziness or balance issues, vision changes not explained by an eye exam, difficulty walking, or any condition involving the brain or nervous system that your PCP wants evaluated further.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · EEG: $200-1,000 · MRI (brain): $1,000-3,000 · Nerve conduction study: $500-1,500
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Neurologists diagnose the type of headache, identify triggers, and prescribe preventive medications that reduce the frequency and severity of migraines. They also rule out secondary causes that need different treatment.
Neurologists diagnose seizure disorders through EEG testing and brain imaging, prescribe anti-seizure medications, and adjust treatment to achieve the best seizure control with the fewest side effects.
MS is a complex neurological condition that requires ongoing specialist management. Neurologists prescribe disease-modifying therapies, monitor progression with MRI, and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
Tremor, stiffness, and slowness of movement may point to Parkinson disease or another movement disorder. Neurologists provide accurate diagnosis and manage medications to optimize motor function.
Tingling, numbness, and burning pain in the hands or feet can result from diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, or autoimmune conditions. Neurologists identify the cause through nerve conduction studies and targeted testing.
Tampa, FL has 159 licensed neurologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of neurologists in Tampa, FL are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
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Office visit copays range from $30 to $75. An EEG costs $200 to $1,000. A brain MRI runs $1,000 to $3,000. Nerve conduction studies range from $500 to $1,500. Actual costs in Tampa, FL depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Neurological tests like MRIs and EEGs usually require prior authorization. If you are prescribed newer migraine medications, ask your neurologist about manufacturer savings programs to lower costs.
Tampa's healthcare market is dominated by three systems: BayCare, AdventHealth, and Tampa General/USF Health. Most primary care physicians are affiliated with one of these networks, so choosing a PCP often means choosing a system for referrals and hospital access.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Tampa, FL, 79% hold the MD credential and 9% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
72% of neurologists in Tampa, FL accept Medicare. Medicare covers neurology visits, EEGs, MRIs, and other diagnostic tests when medically indicated. Newer migraine treatments (CGRP inhibitors) are covered under Part D but may require step therapy. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Yes, Moffitt is exclusively a cancer treatment and research center. It does not provide general medical care, but it accepts referrals from any physician in the state. You do not need to be a Tampa resident to seek treatment there.
Active-duty members use the MacDill clinic and TRICARE network. Veterans and military families can access James A. Haley Veterans Hospital on the north side of Tampa, or find TRICARE-accepting civilian providers through the BayCare and AdventHealth networks.
Top accepted carriers in Tampa, FL include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-16842, qhp-17091, and qhp-19898.
Neurology visits are covered under specialist benefits. Tests like MRIs and EEGs usually require prior authorization from your insurance company. Many neurological conditions qualify as chronic conditions, which may mean lower out-of-pocket costs under your plan. Newer migraine medications (CGRP inhibitors) can be expensive. Ask your neurologist about insurance coverage and manufacturer savings programs.