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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Delavega, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Frederick Delavega, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Delavega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Delavega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Delavega’s office at (858) 453-3842.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Delavega?
Dr. Frederick Delavega, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Delavega empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebrovascular Disease, Movement Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla, CA community, Dr. Delavega is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Delavega speak?
Dr. Delavega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Delavega typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Delavega 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. Delavega. 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:
- Headache with Dizziness
- Headache
- Orthostatic headache
- Head pain with standing
- Headache and lightheadedness
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R510: Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R260: Ataxic gait
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Delavega typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Delavega 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. Delavega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Delavega accept my insurance?
Dr. Delavega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 453-3842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Delavega accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Delavega in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Delavega's office located?
Dr. Frederick Delavega's Primary Practice
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 411
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3842
What is Dr. Delavega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Delavega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427169069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Delavega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Delavega
What is Dr. Frederick Delavega's specialty?
Dr. Delavega is a Neurologist near La Jolla, 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. Frederick Delavega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Delavega is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frederick Delavega accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Delavega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Delavega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Delavega's office at (858) 453-3842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Delavega?
Please contact Dr. Delavega's office at (858) 453-3842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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