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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guerra Castanon, Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Guerra Castanon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guerra Castanon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guerra Castanon’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Guerra Castanon speak?
Dr. Guerra Castanon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Guerra Castanon typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Guerra Castanon 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. Guerra Castanon. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Carotid Artery
- Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Guerra Castanon typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon 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. Guerra Castanon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guerra Castanon accept my insurance?
Dr. Guerra Castanon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guerra Castanon accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Guerra Castanon in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Guerra Castanon's office located?
Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 934-4011
What is Dr. Guerra Castanon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guerra Castanon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639690480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guerra Castanon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guerra Castanon
What is Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon's specialty?
Dr. Guerra Castanon is a Neurologist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Felix Guerra Castanon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guerra Castanon is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Felix Guerra Castanon accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Felix Guerra Castanon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guerra Castanon's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Felix Guerra Castanon?
Please contact Dr. Guerra Castanon's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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