Doctors and services — Neurologist

Neurologist — what to know

A neurologist deals with the nervous system — the brain, the spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. People see one for headache and migraine, dizziness, numbness or weakness in the arms and legs, back or neck pain that spreads to the limbs, tremor, and sleep or memory problems.

What happens at the visit

The neurologist asks in detail about your complaints and checks your reflexes, strength, sensation, coordination and balance. When needed, they order an electroencephalogram (EEG), an electromyogram (EMG), a Doppler scan of the vessels or an MRI scan.

Before the visit

Bring an identity document, the results of earlier tests and any discharge summaries, and a list of the medicines you take.

Bring the images and reports from CT or MRI scans. With headaches or attacks it helps to note when they come and how long they last.

Visits paid by НЗОК (NHIF)

A specialist visit paid by НЗОК (NHIF) usually needs a referral from your GP; a referral is valid for 30 days. A paid visit is possible without one. Whether the doctor sees НЗОК patients, which health funds they work with and the price are on their profile.

Source: NHIF (nhif.bg)

Updated on 10/11/2026

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