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Who is Dr. Olson, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Heather Olson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Olson graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL. Dr. Olson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olson’s office.
Where did Dr. Olson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Florida International University, Miami, FL
What languages does Dr. Olson speak?
Dr. Olson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Olson treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Olson 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. Olson. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Complex Partial Seizures
- CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Absence Epilepsy
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Epileptic Spasms
- CDKL5 deficiency disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Cyclin-Dependent Kinase-Like 5 disorder
- CDKL5 disorder
- CDKL5-related epilepsy
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
- Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus
- Infantile spasms
- West syndrome
- Spasmodic seizures
- Recurrent seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4042: Cyclin-Dependent Kinase-Like 5 Deficiency Disorder
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40419: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- 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
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40824: Epileptic spasms, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Which procedures does Dr. Olson perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Olson 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Olson's office.
Does Dr. Olson accept my insurance?
Dr. Olson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olson accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Olson in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
MedImpact
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Olson's office located?
What is Dr. Olson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013174804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olson
What is Dr. Heather Olson's specialty?
Dr. Olson is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA. 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. Olson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Olson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olson is affiliated with Beverly Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Danbury Hospital 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
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Is Heather Olson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Olson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Olson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Olson?
Please contact Dr. Olson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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300 Longwood Ave # 9
Boston, MA 02115