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Dr. Leslie Finkel, MD
Pediatric Neurologist
,Pediatrician
,Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurologist
Evanston, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Finkel, Pediatric Neurologist in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Leslie Finkel, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Finkel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finkel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finkel’s office.
What languages does Dr. Finkel speak?
Dr. Finkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Finkel treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Finkel 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. Finkel. 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:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43001: Migraine without aura, not intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
- Absence Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- JME
- Impulsive petit mal
- Janus-Kaufmann syndrome
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40B09: Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Episodic Tension Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
- Occasional Tension Headache
- Infrequent Tension Headache
- Stress Headache Episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
- G44219: Episodic tension-type headache, not intractable
Also known as:
- Other Tic Disorder
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Tourette Syndrome
- Movement Disorder
- Atypical tic disorder
- Unspecified tics
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
- Tourette's
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F958: Other tic disorders
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
- F952: Tourette's disorder
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Coma
- Unconscious state
- Deep unconsciousness
- Persistent vegetative state
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4020: Unspecified coma
Which procedures does Dr. Finkel perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leslie Finkel 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Finkel's office.
Does Dr. Finkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Finkel 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. Finkel accept in Evanston, IL?
Dr. Finkel in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Finkel's office located?
What is Dr. Finkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Finkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003140880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Finkel
What is Dr. Leslie Finkel's specialty?
Dr. Finkel is a Pediatric Neurologist near Evanston, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Finkel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leslie Finkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Finkel is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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 Leslie Finkel accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Finkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leslie Finkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Finkel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leslie Finkel?
Please contact Dr. Finkel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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