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Dr. Ruggero Serafini, MD, PHD

Davenport, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Serafini, Neurologist in Davenport, IA?

    Dr. Ruggero Serafini, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Davenport, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Serafini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serafini’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serafini’s office at (801) 585-6387.

    Where did Dr. Serafini go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universita Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore

    Is Dr. Serafini board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruggero Serafini, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Serafini speak?

    Dr. Serafini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Serafini typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Serafini 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. Serafini. 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Serafini typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Serafini 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. Serafini. 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:

    • 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. Serafini accept my insurance?

    Dr. Serafini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 585-6387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Serafini accept in Davenport, IA?

    Dr. Serafini in Davenport, IA 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 Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Serafini's office located?

    Dr. Ruggero Serafini's Primary Practice

    1351 W Central Park Ave

    Davenport, IA 52804

    (801) 585-6387

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    Genesis Health Group

    4700 E 56th St

    Davenport, IA 52807

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    Dr. Ruggero Serafini's Practice 3

    865 Lincoln Rd Ste 100

    Bettendorf, IA 52722

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    What is Dr. Serafini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Serafini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306084561.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serafini?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serafini

    What is Dr. Ruggero Serafini's specialty?

    Dr. Serafini is a Neurologist near Davenport, IA.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Ruggero Serafini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Serafini is affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, Genesis Medical Center-Silvis, Mercyone Clinton Medical Center 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 Ruggero Serafini accepting new patients in Davenport, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruggero Serafini is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruggero Serafini offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (801) 585-6387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruggero Serafini?

    Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (801) 585-6387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruggero Serafini have?

    Dr. Ruggero Serafini is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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