Dr. Kristen Fisher, DO
Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fisher, Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kristen Fisher, DO is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (434) 799-3859.
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation
- Encephalitis
- Encephalomyelitis
- Brain Swelling
- Spinal Cord Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G0481: Other encephalitis and encephalomyelitis
Also known as:
- Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CNS Demyelination
- Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
- Myelin Loss Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Fisher 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. Fisher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 799-3859 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Fisher in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619381217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Kristen Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of individuals with developmental delays and learning disorders related to cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism, and other chronic neurological conditions.
Is this Dr. Kristen Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fisher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital, Christus Ochsner St. Patrick 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Fisher accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (434) 799-3859 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (434) 799-3859 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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