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Dr. Leslie Finkel, MD
Pediatric Neurologist
,Pediatrician
,Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurologist
,Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
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. Dr. Finkel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finkel’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Finkel typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Tic Disorder
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Atypical tic disorder
- Unspecified tics
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- F958: Other tic disorders
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Finkel typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Finkel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Northshore University Healthsystem
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Leslie Finkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Finkel is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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