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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Markantone, Epilepsy Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Desiree Markantone, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Markantone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Markantone’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Markantone’s office at (231) 672-4243.
What languages does Dr. Markantone speak?
Dr. Markantone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Markantone typically treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Markantone 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. Markantone. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Markantone typically perform?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Desiree Markantone 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. Markantone's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Markantone accept my insurance?
Dr. Markantone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 672-4243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Markantone accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Markantone in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Oscar Health
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
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Where is Dr. Markantone's office located?
Dr. Desiree Markantone's Primary Practice
245 Cherry St SE Ste 104
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(231) 672-4243
What is Dr. Markantone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Markantone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700378239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Markantone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Markantone
What is Dr. Desiree Markantone's specialty?
Dr. Markantone is a Epilepsy Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Is this Dr. Desiree Markantone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Markantone is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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 Desiree Markantone accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Markantone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Markantone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Markantone's office at (231) 672-4243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Markantone?
Please contact Dr. Markantone's office at (231) 672-4243 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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