34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chez, Pediatric Neurologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Michael Chez, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Chez graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology American Epilepsy Society American Neurological Association America and Professional Organizations:. Dr. Chez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chez’s office at (916) 454-6667.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chez?
Dr. Michael Chez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Epilepsy, Learning Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento, CA community, Dr. Chez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Child Neurology, Children's Memorial Hospital, Chicago and Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH Epilepsy, Rush Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center | (Neurology), RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, CHICAGO, IL
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chez board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Chez speak?
Dr. Chez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chez typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Chez 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. Chez. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Absence Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Recurrent seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence epilepsy
- Non-convulsive seizures
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A11: Absence epileptic syndrome, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Chromosomal Abnormality
- Genetic Disorder
- Genetic Chromosome Disorder
- Chromosome Problem
- Aneuploidy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chez typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Chez 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. Chez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chez accept my insurance?
Dr. Chez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-6667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chez accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Chez in Sacramento, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chez's office located?
Dr. Michael Chez's Primary Practice
1625 Stockton Blvd Ste 104
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 454-6667
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Neurology American Epilepsy Society American Neurological Association America
Member
Professional Organizations:
Member
What is Dr. Chez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003998618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chez
What is Dr. Michael Chez's specialty?
Dr. Chez is a Pediatric Neurologist near Sacramento, 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. Michael Chez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chez is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Chez accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Chez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Chez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chez's office at (916) 454-6667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Chez?
Please contact Dr. Chez's office at (916) 454-6667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Chez have?
Dr. Michael Chez is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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