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Dr. Leon Zacharowicz, MD
Brooklyn, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zacharowicz, Pediatric Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Leon Zacharowicz, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Zacharowicz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zacharowicz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zacharowicz’s office.
Is Dr. Zacharowicz board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Leon Zacharowicz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Zacharowicz speak?
Dr. Zacharowicz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Zacharowicz treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Zacharowicz 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. Zacharowicz. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Unspecified Movement Disorder
- Tremor
- Movement Disorder
- Extrapyramidal Disorder
- Movement Problem
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G259: Extrapyramidal and movement disorder, unspecified
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
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:
- Trouble with Attention and Focus
- Mental Disorder
- Concentration issues
- Difficulty focusing
- Attention deficit
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41840: Attention and concentration deficit
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Neurological Disorder
- Neurologic Disease
- Nervous System Diseases
- Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Zacharowicz perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leon Zacharowicz 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. Zacharowicz's office.
Does Dr. Zacharowicz accept my insurance?
Dr. Zacharowicz 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. Zacharowicz accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zacharowicz in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus
Partners Health Plan
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zacharowicz's office located?
What is Dr. Zacharowicz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zacharowicz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184877508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zacharowicz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zacharowicz
What is Dr. Leon Zacharowicz's specialty?
Dr. Zacharowicz is a Pediatric Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Zacharowicz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leon Zacharowicz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zacharowicz is affiliated with Upstate University 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 Leon Zacharowicz accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Leon Zacharowicz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Zacharowicz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zacharowicz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leon Zacharowicz?
Please contact Dr. Zacharowicz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leon Zacharowicz have?
Dr. Leon Zacharowicz is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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