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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pantera, Neurologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Richard Pantera, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Pantera completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Neurology Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pantera is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pantera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pantera’s office at (559) 732-5290.
Where did Dr. Pantera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Neurology Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pantera speak?
Dr. Pantera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Pantera typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Pantera 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. Pantera. 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Pantera typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Pantera 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. Pantera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pantera accept my insurance?
Dr. Pantera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 732-5290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pantera accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Pantera in Visalia, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
FMH Benefit Services
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Pantera's office located?
Dr. Richard Pantera's Primary Practice
202 W Willow Ave Ste 305
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 732-5290
What is Dr. Pantera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pantera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457461725.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pantera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pantera
What is Dr. Richard Pantera's specialty?
Dr. Pantera is a Neurologist near Visalia, 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. Richard Pantera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pantera is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Pantera accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Pantera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Pantera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pantera's office at (559) 732-5290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Pantera?
Please contact Dr. Pantera's office at (559) 732-5290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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