Neurologists Directory
General Neurologists
General neurologists diagnose and manage the full range of nervous system conditions — headaches, dizziness, numbness, weakness, memory concerns, and balance problems — and refer you to a subspecialist when needed.
Where to search
Brain & Life (American Academy of Neurology)
Patient education hub from the AAN, the largest professional neurology association in the U.S.
Medicare Care Compare
Official Medicare tool to search physicians by specialty, location, and Medicare acceptance.
Zocdoc
Search 'neurologist' plus your city, filter by insurance, and book same-week video or in-person visits.
Healthgrades
Look up board certification, hospital affiliations, and patient reviews for individual neurologists.
DocInfo (Federation of State Medical Boards)
Free lookup of any U.S. doctor's license status and disciplinary history.
What to filter for
Search by what you're dealing with — migraines, seizures, tremor, memory loss — most directories let you filter or search by symptom.
General neurologist vs. a fellowship-trained subspecialist (epileptologist, movement disorder specialist, neuro-oncologist, etc.).
Filter by your plan on Zocdoc, Healthgrades, or Medicare Care Compare before you book, or call the office to confirm they're in-network.
Ask if the practice runs EEGs (routine or ambulatory) in-office, or if you'll be referred to an outside lab or epilepsy center.
Ask if the practice performs EMG/nerve conduction studies on-site — important for neuropathy, muscle weakness, and neuromuscular workups.
Ask whether the practice offers formal cognitive testing (e.g., MoCA, neuropsychological evaluation) for memory or dementia concerns.
FAQ
What does a general neurologist treat?
Headaches, seizures, numbness or tingling, dizziness, memory concerns, tremor, weakness, and most other symptoms involving the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. They'll refer you to a subspecialist for complex or specific conditions.
Do I need a referral to see a neurologist?
It depends on your insurance plan. HMO plans typically require a referral from your primary care doctor; PPO and most Medicare plans usually don't.
When should I see a neurologist instead of my primary care doctor?
If symptoms are new, worsening, or your primary care doctor can't identify a cause — persistent headaches, unexplained weakness or numbness, memory changes, or a seizure — ask for a neurology referral.