Summary

Dr. Laurie Knepper is a neurologist specializing in vascular neurology with over four decades of medical experience. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Her extensive 41-year career has focused on disorders of the nervous system, with particular expertise in conditions affecting blood vessels in the brain and neurological system. Dr. Knepper provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Knepper practices at multiple UPMC locations throughout Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, including UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Montefiore, and the UPMC Headache Center. She treats patients with various neurological conditions such as ataxia and back pain, while also addressing mobility issues like limping. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients requiring outpatient rehabilitation. Patients have rated Dr. Knepper 3.8 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Laurie Elizabeth Knepper has 4 locations

Upmc Headache Center

120 Lytton Ave Ste 300Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Montefiore

3459 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop St Rm F677Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati Speaks English, Russian
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Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laurie Elizabeth Knepper

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - HMO
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laurie Elizabeth Knepper has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laurie Elizabeth Knepper has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke
  • Vascular Neurology

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Laurie Elizabeth Knepper holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Knepper's NPI number is 1659472595.

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Dr. Laurie Knepper speaks English.
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