Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vishwanath, Pediatric Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vijay Vishwanath, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Vishwanath is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vishwanath’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vishwanath’s office at (323) 361-8408.
Is Dr. Vishwanath board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Vishwanath, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2015
What languages does Dr. Vishwanath speak?
Dr. Vishwanath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Vishwanath typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Vishwanath 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. Vishwanath. 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:
- Tourette Syndrome
- Tic Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Tourette's
- Gilles de la Tourette syndrome
- Tics
- Involuntary Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- F952: Tourette's disorder
- F959: Tic disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Tic Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Persistent Motor Tic Disorder
- Persistent Vocal Tic Disorder
- Long-Term Tic Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F951: Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Vishwanath typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Vishwanath 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. Vishwanath's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vishwanath accept my insurance?
Dr. Vishwanath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-8408 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vishwanath accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vishwanath in Los Angeles, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vishwanath's office located?
Dr. Vijay Vishwanath's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-8408
What is Dr. Vishwanath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vishwanath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457679706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vishwanath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vishwanath
What is Dr. Vijay Vishwanath's specialty?
Dr. Vishwanath is a Pediatric Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Vijay Vishwanath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vishwanath is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vijay Vishwanath accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Vishwanath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Vishwanath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vishwanath's office at (323) 361-8408 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Vishwanath?
Please contact Dr. Vishwanath's office at (323) 361-8408 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Vishwanath have?
Dr. Vijay Vishwanath is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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