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Dr. Elana Katz, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katz, Pediatric Physiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Elana Katz, MD is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (215) 590-3376.

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

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

    What languages does Dr. Katz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Katz treat?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Hemiplegic 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
    • Hemiplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting one side
    • One-sided spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    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:

    • 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 Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development
    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Dry Mouth
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Xerostomia
    • Lack of Saliva
    • Saliva Production Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Acute Transverse Myelitis
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • ATM
    • Spinal cord inflammation
    • Myelitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    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:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Risk for Other Disease
    • Hereditary Disease Risk
    • Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
    • Genetic Predisposition to Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease

    Also known as:

    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    What procedures does Dr. Katz perform?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Katz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-3376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Katz in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Katz's office located?

    Dr. Elana Katz's Primary Practice

    3401 Civic Center Blvd Ste 205

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-3376

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

    Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538399886.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?

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

    What is Dr. Elana Katz's specialty?

    Dr. Katz is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Philadelphia, PA. A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients. Contact Dr. Katz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elana Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital 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 Elana Katz accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Elana Katz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elana Katz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (215) 590-3376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elana Katz?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (215) 590-3376 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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