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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kern, Neurologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Andrew Kern, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kern graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington. Dr. Kern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kern’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kern’s office at (720) 848-0000.
Where did Dr. Kern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
What languages does Dr. Kern speak?
Dr. Kern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Kern typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kern 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. Kern. 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 with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kern typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kern 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. Kern. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound for Brain
- MR-guided focused ultrasound ablation
- Intracranial focused ultrasound
- MRgFUS brain treatment
CPT Codes:
- 61715: Magnetic Resonance Image Guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (Mrgfus), Stereotactic Ablation Of Target, Intracranial, Including Stereotactic Navigation And Frame Placement, When Performed
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
- Botox for Salivary Glands
- Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
- Parotid Gland Nerve Block
- Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral
Also known as:
- Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
- Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
- Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
- Botox for Trunk Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Kern accept my insurance?
Dr. Kern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kern accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Kern in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kern's office located?
What is Dr. Kern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962645697.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kern
What is Dr. Andrew Kern's specialty?
Dr. Kern is a Neurologist near Aurora, CO.
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. Andrew Kern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kern is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Bingham Memorial 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 Andrew Kern accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Kern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Kern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Kern?
Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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