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Who is Dr. Longo, Clinical Geneticist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Longo?
Dr. Nicola Longo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Geneticist 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. Longo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Clinical Genetics, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Luis Obispo, CA community, Dr. Longo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Longo board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?
Yes, Dr. Nicola Longo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics
What languages does Dr. Longo speak?
Dr. Longo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Italian
What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Longo typically treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Longo 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. Longo. 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:
- Fabry Disease
- Gaucher Disease
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Fabry disease
- Anderson-Fabry disease
- Alpha-galactosidase A deficiency
- Genetic Metabolic Disorder
- Glucocerebrosidase deficiency
- Gaucher's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7521: Fabry (-Anderson) disease
- E7522: Gaucher disease
Also known as:
- High Phenylalanine Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
- Hyperphenylalaninemia
- Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
ICD-10 Codes:
- E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Pompe disease
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7402: Pompe disease
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Methylmalonic Acidemia
- Metabolic Disorder
- Methylmalonic acidemia
- MMA
- Methylmalonic Aciduria
- Methylmalonic Acidopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71120: Methylmalonic acidemia
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Longo typically perform?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicola Longo may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
Please contact Dr. Longo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Longo accept my insurance?
Dr. Longo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 587-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Longo accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Longo in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Longo's office located?
Dr. Nicola Longo's Primary Practice
892 Aerovista Pl Ste 210
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(801) 587-2255
What hospitals are Dr. Longo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Longo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Longo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Longo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275612749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Longo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Longo