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Dr. Lauren Waldron, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Neurologist

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waldron, Pediatric Neurologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Lauren Waldron, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Waldron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldron’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldron’s office at (310) 825-0867.

    What languages does Dr. Waldron speak?

    Dr. Waldron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Waldron typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Waldron 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. Waldron. 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Dysfunction
    • Brain Condition
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9349: Other encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Behavioral Changes
    • Mental Disorder
    • Changes in behavior
    • Unusual appearance
    • Behavioral symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Waldron typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Waldron may include:

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Waldron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waldron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-0867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waldron accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Waldron in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Waldron's Primary Practice

    1245 16th St Ste 125

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 825-0867

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    Dr. Lauren Waldron's Practice 2

    300 Medical Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Lauren Waldron's Practice 3

    26585 Agoura Rd Ste 360

    Calabasas, CA 91302

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    What hospitals are Dr. Waldron affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Waldron has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Hospital Los Angeles,Los Angeles, CA
    Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital,Glendale, CA
    Centinela Hospital Medical Center,Inglewood, CA
    Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center,Northridge, CA

    What is Dr. Waldron's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Waldron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922503697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldron?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waldron

    What is Dr. Lauren Waldron's specialty?

    Dr. Waldron is a Pediatric Neurologist near Santa Monica, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Lauren Waldron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waldron is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lauren Waldron accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Waldron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Waldron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office at (310) 825-0867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Waldron?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office at (310) 825-0867 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Dr. Waldron's offices are located in Santa Monica, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Calabasas, CA.