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Dr. Alison Leston, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leston, Neurologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Alison Leston, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Leston completed her residency at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Dr. Leston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leston’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leston’s office at (214) 645-8800.

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

    • Residency: Barnes Jewish Hospital

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Leston board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Leston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Leston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leston treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Leston 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. Leston. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache
    • Common Migraine
    • Everyday Migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Other Complex Headache Syndrome
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache
    • Unusual Headache Condition
    • Rare Headache Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified
    • G4459: Other complicated headache syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Skin Sensations
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Skin Sensation Issues
    • Unusual Skin Feelings
    • Altered Skin Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R209: Unspecified disturbances of skin sensation

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
    • Unusual CNS imaging results
    • Other neurological scan abnormalities
    • Brain imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Does Dr. Leston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leston accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Leston in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leston's office located?

    Dr. Alison Leston's Primary Practice

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd

    Dallas, TX 75390

    (214) 645-8800

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

    Dr. Leston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366464943.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leston?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Leston's specialty?

    Dr. Leston is a Neurologist near Dallas, TX.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Leston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Leston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leston is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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 Neurologist?

    Explore 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 Alison Leston accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Leston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Leston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leston's office at (214) 645-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Leston?

    Please contact Dr. Leston's office at (214) 645-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Leston have?

    Dr. Alison Leston is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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