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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hidalgo, Neurologist in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Hidalgo graduated from UNIVERSITY DE CONCEPCION and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Neurology; Boston Medical Center, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hidalgo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hidalgo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hidalgo’s office at (318) 443-0490.
Where did Dr. Hidalgo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Neurology; Boston Medical Center, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University De Concepcion, Fac De Med, Concepcion, Chile | UNIVERSITY DE CONCEPCION
Is Dr. Hidalgo board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Hidalgo speak?
Dr. Hidalgo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Hidalgo typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hidalgo 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. Hidalgo. 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:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Focal Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's
- Early Alzheimer's
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
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:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Hidalgo typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hidalgo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hidalgo. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Hidalgo accept my insurance?
Dr. Hidalgo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 443-0490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hidalgo accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Hidalgo in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hidalgo's office located?
Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo's Primary Practice
3311 Prescott Rd Ste 216
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-0490
What is Dr. Hidalgo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hidalgo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679640254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hidalgo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hidalgo
What is Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo's specialty?
Dr. Hidalgo is a Neurologist near Alexandria, LA.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hidalgo is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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
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Is Gonzalo Hidalgo accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hidalgo's office at (318) 443-0490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gonzalo Hidalgo?
Please contact Dr. Hidalgo's office at (318) 443-0490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo have?
Dr. Gonzalo Hidalgo is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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