Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galetta, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Galetta?
Dr. Steven Galetta, 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. Galetta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Neuromyelitis Optica (Devic's Disease), Optic Nerve Disorders, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Galetta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Galetta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Neurology | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Galetta board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Galetta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology since 1988
What languages does Dr. Galetta speak?
Dr. Galetta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Galetta typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Galetta 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. Galetta. 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:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Galetta typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Galetta 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. Galetta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Galetta accept my insurance?
Dr. Galetta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-7744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galetta accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Galetta in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Harvard Pilgrim
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Galetta's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Galetta affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Galetta has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of American Neurological Association, American Academy of Neurology, North American Neuro-opthalmology
Awards
Philadelphia Super Doctors, 2012
What is Dr. Galetta's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galetta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326072091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galetta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galetta
What is Dr. Steven Galetta's specialty?
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.