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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hess, Neurologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Robert Hess is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hess’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hess’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Hess speak?
Dr. Hess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hess treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hess 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. Hess. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Genetic Dystonia
- Dystonia 6
- Early-onset isolated dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
- Hereditary Dystonia
- Torsion Dystonia
- Early-Onset Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
- G241: Genetic torsion dystonia
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Other Tremor Disorder
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
- Atypical Tremor
- Unusual Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
- G252: Other specified forms of tremor
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Corticobasal Degeneration
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CBD
- Corticobasal Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3185: Corticobasal degeneration
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Parkinsonism
- Drug Reactions
- Parkinson's Disease
- Medication-Induced Parkinsonism', 'Toxic Parkinsonism', 'Drug Side Effect Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2119: Other drug induced secondary parkinsonism
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Which procedures does Dr. Hess perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Hess 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. Hess' office.
Does Dr. Hess accept my insurance?
Dr. Hess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hess accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hess in San Diego, 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
Humana
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hess' office located?
What is Dr. Hess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992200398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hess
What is Dr. Robert Hess's specialty?
Dr. Hess is a Neurologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Hess to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Hess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hess is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Robert Hess accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Hess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Hess?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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