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Dr. Edward Novotny, MD

Seattle, WA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Novotny, Pediatric Neurologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Edward Novotny, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Novotny graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University Hospital. Dr. Novotny is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Novotny’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Novotny’s office at (206) 987-2000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Novotny?

    Dr. Edward Novotny, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Novotny empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Infantile Spasms-West Syndrome, Neurometabolic Disorders, Neurophysiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Novotny is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Stanford University Hospital | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Novotny board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Novotny, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Novotny speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Novotny treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Novotny 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. Novotny. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Epilepsy
    • Intractable Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
    • Absence Epilepsy
    • Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
    • Epileptic Spasms
    • Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Partial Seizure Disorder
    • Localized Onset Epilepsy
    • Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
    • Drug-resistant LGS
    • Refractory Lennox-Gastaut
    • Hard-to-treat LGS
    • Generalized seizures
    • Grand mal seizures
    • Tonic-clonic seizures
    • Recurrent seizures
    • Petit mal seizures
    • Absence seizures
    • Absence seizure disorder
    • LGS
    • Childhood epileptic encephalopathy
    • Atypical absence epilepsy
    • Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal seizures
    • Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
    • Infantile spasms
    • West syndrome
    • Spasmodic seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40814: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40812: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40822: Epileptic spasms, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Complex Seizures with Fever
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits
    • Complex Febrile Seizures
    • Prolonged Fever Seizures
    • Recurrent Febrile Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions
    • R5601: Complex febrile convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Movement Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EEG
    • Irregular Electroencephalogram
    • Unusual Brain Wave Test
    • EEG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]

    Does Dr. Novotny accept my insurance?

    Dr. Novotny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Novotny accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Novotny in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Boeing

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Novotny's office located?

    Dr. Edward Novotny's Primary Practice

    4800 Sand Point Way NE # M/S

    Seattle, WA 98105

    (206) 987-2000

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    Dr. Edward Novotny's Practice 2

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    Dr. Edward Novotny's Practice 3

    1100 Goethals Dr Ste D

    Richland, WA 99352

    (509) 942-3080

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

    Dr. Novotny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851374078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Novotny?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Novotny's specialty?

    Dr. Novotny is a Pediatric Neurologist near Seattle, WA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Novotny to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Edward Novotny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Novotny is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Neurologist?

    Explore Pediatric Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Edward Novotny accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Novotny is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Novotny offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Novotny's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Novotny?

    Please contact Dr. Novotny's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Novotny have?

    Dr. Edward Novotny is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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