Dr. Rafael Mimbela, MD
Brownsville, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mimbela, Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Rafael Mimbela, MD is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mimbela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mimbela’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mimbela speak?
Dr. Mimbela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist like Dr. Mimbela typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, Dr. Mimbela 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. Mimbela. 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:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist like Dr. Mimbela typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Mimbela 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. Mimbela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mimbela accept my insurance?
Dr. Mimbela 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. Mimbela accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Mimbela in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Oscar Health
Point32Health
State of Texas
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mimbela's office located?
What is Dr. Mimbela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mimbela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730296047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mimbela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mimbela
What is Dr. Rafael Mimbela's specialty?
Dr. Mimbela is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist near Brownsville, TX.
What does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of individuals with developmental delays and learning disorders related to cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism, and other chronic neurological conditions.
Is this Dr. Rafael Mimbela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mimbela is affiliated with Dhr Health, Valley Regional Medical Center, Rio Grande Regional 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist. Explore 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 Rafael Mimbela accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Mimbela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Mimbela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mimbela's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Mimbela?
Please contact Dr. Mimbela's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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