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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 here.
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:
- 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. 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
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
What is Dr. Waldron's NPI number?An 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 this 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 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 Lauren Waldron?
Please contact Dr. Waldron's office at (310) 825-0867 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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