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Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi, MD
Pediatric Neurologist
,Clinical Neurophysiologist
,Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
,Neurologist
,Psychiatrist
El Paso, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melendez-Zaidi, Pediatric Neurologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melendez-Zaidi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez-Zaidi’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez-Zaidi’s office at (915) 242-8402.
What languages does Dr. Melendez-Zaidi speak?
Dr. Melendez-Zaidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Melendez-Zaidi treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Melendez-Zaidi 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. Melendez-Zaidi. 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:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Melendez-Zaidi perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's office.
Does Dr. Melendez-Zaidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Melendez-Zaidi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 242-8402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez-Zaidi accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Melendez-Zaidi in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
El Paso First Health Plans
Medicaid
Molina
Waggoners Trucking
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Where is Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's office located?
Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi's Primary Practice
5400 Alameda Ave
El Paso, TX 79905
(915) 242-8402
What is Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588012058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez-Zaidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melendez-Zaidi
What is Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi's specialty?
Dr. Melendez-Zaidi is a Pediatric Neurologist near El Paso, TX. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Melendez-Zaidi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melendez-Zaidi is affiliated with University Medical Center of El Paso, The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus 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
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Is Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's office at (915) 242-8402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandria Melendez-Zaidi?
Please contact Dr. Melendez-Zaidi's office at (915) 242-8402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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