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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhorne, Pediatric Neurologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Leah Zhorne, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhorne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhorne’s office.
What languages does Dr. Zhorne speak?
Dr. Zhorne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Zhorne typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Zhorne 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. Zhorne. 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.
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Zhorne typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Zhorne 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. Zhorne's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhorne accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhorne 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. Zhorne accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Zhorne in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Zhorne's office located?
What is Dr. Zhorne's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhorne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639483407.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhorne?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhorne
What is Dr. Leah Zhorne's specialty?
Dr. Zhorne is a Pediatric Neurologist near Iowa City, IA.
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. Leah Zhorne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhorne is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street 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 Leah Zhorne accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Leah Zhorne is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leah Zhorne offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhorne's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leah Zhorne?
Please contact Dr. Zhorne's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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