39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weissman, Pediatrician in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Barbara Weissman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Weissman completed her residency at University Hospital Of Cleveland. Dr. Weissman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weissman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weissman’s office.
Where did Dr. Weissman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital Of Cleveland
Is Dr. Weissman board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Weissman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Weissman speak?
Dr. Weissman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Weissman typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Weissman 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. Weissman. 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:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia
- CP with spastic diplegia
- Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Weissman typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Weissman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Weissman. 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:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Weissman accept my insurance?
Dr. Weissman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weissman accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Weissman in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Weissman's office located?
What is Dr. Weissman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weissman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396763173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weissman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weissman
What is Dr. Barbara Weissman's specialty?
Dr. Weissman is a Pediatrician near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Barbara Weissman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weissman is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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 Weissman accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Weissman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Weissman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weissman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Weissman?
Please contact Dr. Weissman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Weissman have?
Dr. Barbara Weissman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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