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Who is Dr. Derani, Neurologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Lena Derani, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Derani is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derani’s office at (708) 361-0222.
What languages does Dr. Derani speak?
Dr. Derani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Derani treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Derani 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. Derani. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Which procedures does Dr. Derani perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lena Derani 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. Derani's office.
Does Dr. Derani accept my insurance?
Dr. Derani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 361-0222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derani accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Derani in Palos Heights, 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
American Postal Workers Union APWU
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Derani's office located?
Dr. Lena Derani's Primary Practice
11824 Southwest Hwy Ste 100
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 361-0222
What is Dr. Derani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417211780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derani
What is Dr. Lena Derani's specialty?
Dr. Derani is a Neurologist near Palos Heights, IL.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Derani to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lena Derani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Derani is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate Trinity Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lena Derani accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lena Derani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lena Derani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derani's office at (708) 361-0222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lena Derani?
Please contact Dr. Derani's office at (708) 361-0222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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