Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Konersman, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Chamindra Konersman, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Konersman graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine Philadelphia. Dr. Konersman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Konersman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Konersman’s office at (800) 926-8273.
Where did Dr. Konersman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine Philadelphia | UC Los Angeles, School of Medicine, Los Angeles | Neurologist | Assistant Professor of Neurosciences
What languages does Dr. Konersman speak?
Dr. Konersman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Konersman typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Konersman 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. Konersman. 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:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- DM
- Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
Also known as:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
- SMA Type 1
- Werdnig-Hoffman Disease
- Severe Infantile SMA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
- G120: Infantile spinal muscular atrophy, type I [Werdnig-Hoffman]
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Konersman typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chamindra Konersman 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. Konersman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Konersman accept my insurance?
Dr. Konersman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Konersman accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Konersman 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Konersman's office located?
Dr. Chamindra Konersman's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(800) 926-8273
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Office Experience
73% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
66% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Chamindra Konersman a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Konersman has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Konersman, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Konersman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Konersman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538320395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Konersman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Konersman
What is Dr. Chamindra Konersman's specialty?
Dr. Konersman 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. Chamindra Konersman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Konersman is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Chamindra Konersman accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chamindra Konersman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chamindra Konersman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Konersman's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chamindra Konersman?
Please contact Dr. Konersman's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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