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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Neurologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lucas Ramirez, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (858) 824-5400.
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Left Leg Pain
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79605: Pain in left leg
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucas Ramirez 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. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 824-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Ramirez 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871905687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Lucas Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez 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. Lucas Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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 Lucas Ramirez accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (858) 824-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (858) 824-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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