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Who is Dr. Posas, Neurologist in Valdosta, GA?
Dr. Hernan Posas, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Valdosta, GA. Dr. Posas graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurology. Dr. Posas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Posas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Posas’s office at (229) 242-1234.
Where did Dr. Posas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurology | Med Center La New Orleans Lsu | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Posas speak?
Dr. Posas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Posas typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Posas 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. Posas. 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:
- 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:
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Posas typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Posas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Posas. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Posas accept my insurance?
Dr. Posas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 242-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Posas accept in Valdosta, GA?
Dr. Posas in Valdosta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Posas' office located?
What is Dr. Posas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Posas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689786055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Posas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Posas
What is Dr. Hernan Posas's specialty?
Dr. Posas is a Neurologist near Valdosta, GA.
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. Hernan Posas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Posas is affiliated with Colquitt Regional Medical Center 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 Hernan Posas accepting new patients in Valdosta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hernan Posas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hernan Posas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Posas's office at (229) 242-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hernan Posas?
Please contact Dr. Posas's office at (229) 242-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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