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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kvam, Neurologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Kathryn Kvam, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kvam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kvam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kvam’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Kvam speak?
Dr. Kvam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Kvam typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kvam 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. Kvam. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Behavioral Changes
- Mental Disorder
- Changes in behavior
- Unusual appearance
- Behavioral symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior
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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kvam typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Kvam 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. Kvam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kvam accept my insurance?
Dr. Kvam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kvam accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Kvam in Redwood City, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kvam's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Kvam's Primary Practice
170 Alameda de las Pulgas
Redwood City, CA 94062
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Kvam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kvam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760625412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kvam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kvam
What is Dr. Kathryn Kvam's specialty?
Dr. Kvam is a Neurologist near Redwood City, CA.
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. Kathryn Kvam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kvam is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sequoia 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
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Is Kathryn Kvam accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Kvam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Kvam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kvam's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Kvam?
Please contact Dr. Kvam's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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