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Dr. Victoria Pelak, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pelak, Neurologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Victoria Pelak, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pelak completed her residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pelak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelak’s office at (720) 848-0000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pelak?

    Dr. Victoria Pelak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pelak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora, CO community, Dr. Pelak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Pelak go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pelak board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Victoria Pelak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Pelak speak?

    Dr. Pelak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Pelak typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Pelak diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Pelak. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Optic Nerve Inflammation
    • Swelling of the Optic Disc
    • Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic Neuritis
    • Swollen Optic Nerve
    • Inflamed Optic Nerve
    • Papilledema
    • Optic disc edema
    • Swollen optic nerve
    • Papilledema with intracranial pressure
    • Optic disc edema from high ICP
    • Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
    • H4710: Unspecified papilledema
    • H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Orofacial Dystonia
    • Dystonia
    • Facial Muscle Spasms
    • Jaw Dystonia
    • Mouth Dystonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual disturbance
    • General vision issue
    • Eye problem
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

    • Blind Spot in Both Central Visions
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Bilateral central scotoma
    • Spots in both central visions
    • Missing central vision in both eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53413: Scotoma involving central area, bilateral

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Pelak typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Pelak performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pelak. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Does Dr. Pelak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pelak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pelak accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Pelak in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pelak's office located?

    Uchealth Anschutz Medical Campus

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 848-0000

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    Dr. Victoria Pelak's Practice 2

    1635 Aurora Ct Fl 4

    Aurora, CO 80045

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    Dr. Victoria Pelak's Practice 3

    1675 Aurora Ct Ste F731

    Aurora, CO 80045

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    What is Dr. Pelak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pelak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811945603.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelak?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelak

    What is Dr. Victoria Pelak's specialty?

    Dr. Pelak is a Neurologist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. Victoria Pelak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pelak is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Victoria Pelak accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Victoria Pelak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victoria Pelak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pelak's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victoria Pelak?

    Please contact Dr. Pelak's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victoria Pelak have?

    Dr. Victoria Pelak is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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