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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassavetis, Neurologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Panagiotis Kassavetis, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kassavetis graduated from University of Athens School of Health Sciences. Dr. Kassavetis is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassavetis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassavetis’s office at (202) 741-2700.
Where did Dr. Kassavetis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Athens School of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Kassavetis speak?
Dr. Kassavetis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Kassavetis typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kassavetis 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. Kassavetis. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, 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:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kassavetis typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kassavetis 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. Kassavetis. 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:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
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)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kassavetis accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassavetis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassavetis accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Kassavetis in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kassavetis' office located?
Dr. Panagiotis Kassavetis' Primary Practice
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600
Bethesda, MD 20817
(202) 741-2700
What is Dr. Kassavetis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassavetis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528473782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassavetis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassavetis
What is Dr. Panagiotis Kassavetis's specialty?
Dr. Kassavetis is a Neurologist near Bethesda, MD.
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. Panagiotis Kassavetis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassavetis is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, George Washington University 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 Panagiotis Kassavetis accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Panagiotis Kassavetis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Panagiotis Kassavetis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassavetis's office at (202) 741-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Panagiotis Kassavetis?
Please contact Dr. Kassavetis's office at (202) 741-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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