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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez, Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez’s office at (713) 500-5873.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez?
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists 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. Verduzco-Gutierrez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury-Traumatic, Spasticity Management, Stroke Rehabilitation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Antonio/TX community, Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez board certified as a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?
Yes, Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez speak?
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez treat?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez 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. Verduzco-Gutierrez. 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:
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez perform?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez 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. Verduzco-Gutierrez. 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:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
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:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
- Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity
CPT Codes:
- 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
- Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
- Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
- Botox for Trunk Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
- Botox for Salivary Glands
- Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
- Parotid Gland Nerve Block
- Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral
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
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)
Does Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez accept my insurance?
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 500-5873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
Toyota
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez's office located?
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez's Primary Practice
4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(713) 500-5873
What is Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972742161.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez
What is Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez's specialty?
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists near San Antonio, TX. A physiatrist specializing in Brain Injury Medicine focuses on preventing brain injuries and providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries. This specialist addresses various injury-related disorders that impact psychosocial, educational, and vocational functioning, as well as injuries to the central nervous system. Contact Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez's office at (713) 500-5873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez?
Please contact Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez's office at (713) 500-5873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez have?
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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