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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velazquez, Neurologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Lyzette Velazquez, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Velazquez completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Psychiatry. Dr. Velazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez’s office at (757) 252-9015.
Where did Dr. Velazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Psychiatry
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica
Is Dr. Velazquez board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Lyzette Velazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Velazquez speak?
Dr. Velazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Velazquez treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Velazquez 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. Velazquez. 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.
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
- Thoracic Radiculopathy
- Upper Back Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Velazquez perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lyzette Velazquez 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velazquez's office.
Does Dr. Velazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 252-9015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Velazquez in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velazquez's office located?
Dr. Lyzette Velazquez's Primary Practice
600 Gresham Dr Ste 8610
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 252-9015
Dr. Lyzette Velazquez's Practice 2
1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 200
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Dr. Lyzette Velazquez's Practice 3
3920 A Bridge Rd Ste 204
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 983-0351
What is Dr. Velazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356442941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velazquez
What is Dr. Lyzette Velazquez's specialty?
Dr. Velazquez is a Neurologist near Norfolk, VA.
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.
Contact Dr. Velazquez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lyzette Velazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velazquez is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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 Lyzette Velazquez accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Lyzette Velazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lyzette Velazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (757) 252-9015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lyzette Velazquez?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (757) 252-9015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lyzette Velazquez have?
Dr. Lyzette Velazquez is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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