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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera’s office at (404) 778-7777.
What languages does Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera speak?
Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera 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. Vizcarra Pasapera. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera 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. Vizcarra Pasapera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera accept my insurance?
Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera's office located?
Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera's Primary Practice
330 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(404) 778-7777
What is Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710446018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera
What is Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera's specialty?
Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Paoli Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, Beebe Healthcare 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
When to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera's office at (404) 778-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joaquin Vizcarra Pasapera?
Please contact Dr. Vizcarra Pasapera's office at (404) 778-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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