Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galasko, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Douglas Galasko, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Galasko graduated from University of Witwatersrand Medical School and completed his residency at Boston University Med Ctr/Univ Hp. Dr. Galasko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galasko’s office at (858) 657-8540.
Where did Dr. Galasko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Med Ctr/Univ Hp
Medical School: University of Witwatersrand Medical School | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Professor of Neurosciences | Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Is Dr. Galasko board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Galasko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Galasko speak?
Dr. Galasko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Galasko typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Galasko 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. Galasko. 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.
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's
- Early Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Age-Related Memory Decline
- Dementia
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Older Adult Health
- Cognitive Health and Older Adults
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Senior moments
- Normal aging memory changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4181: Age-related cognitive decline
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Galasko typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Galasko may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Galasko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Galasko accept my insurance?
Dr. Galasko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 657-8540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galasko accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Galasko in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Galasko's office located?
Perlman Ambulatory Care Center - Neurology
9444 Medical Center Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 657-8540
What is Dr. Galasko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galasko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336197730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galasko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galasko
What is Dr. Douglas Galasko's specialty?
Dr. Galasko is a Neurologist near La Jolla, CA.
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. Douglas Galasko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galasko is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Renown Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Galasko accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Galasko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Galasko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galasko's office at (858) 657-8540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Galasko?
Please contact Dr. Galasko's office at (858) 657-8540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Galasko have?
Dr. Douglas Galasko is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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Connect with DR. Galasko
Perlman Ambulatory Care Center - Neurology
9444 Medical Center Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037