Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giesser, Neurologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Barbara Giesser, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Giesser is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giesser’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giesser’s office at (310) 582-7640.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Giesser?
Dr. Barbara Giesser, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Giesser empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica/CA community, Dr. Giesser is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Giesser speak?
Dr. Giesser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Giesser treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Giesser 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. Giesser. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Which procedures does Dr. Giesser perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Giesser 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. Giesser's office.
Does Dr. Giesser accept my insurance?
Dr. Giesser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 582-7640 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giesser accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Giesser 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
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Seaside Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Giesser's office located?
Dr. Barbara Giesser's Primary Practice
2125 Arizona Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 582-7640
What is Dr. Giesser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235154055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giesser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giesser
What is Dr. Barbara Giesser's specialty?
Dr. Giesser is a Neurologist near Santa Monica, 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. Giesser to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Barbara Giesser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giesser is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center 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 Barbara Giesser accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Giesser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Giesser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giesser's office at (310) 582-7640 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Giesser?
Please contact Dr. Giesser's office at (310) 582-7640 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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