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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Therkelsen, Neurologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Kate Therkelsen, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Therkelsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Therkelsen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Therkelsen’s office at (617) 492-3500.
What languages does Dr. Therkelsen speak?
Dr. Therkelsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Therkelsen treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Therkelsen 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. Therkelsen. 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.
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C713: Malignant neoplasm of parietal lobe
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Brain Tumor
- Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- Neurofibromatosis type 2
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
- NF', 'Genetic nerve disorder', 'Von Recklinghausen's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
- Q8500: Neurofibromatosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Drug Reactions
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Meninges Disorder
- Meningeal Disease
- Disorder of Brain/Spinal Cord Coverings
ICD-10 Codes:
- G96198: Other disorders of meninges, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
- VHL syndrome
- VHL disease
- Genetic tumor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8583: Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Therkelsen perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kate Therkelsen 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Therkelsen's office.
Does Dr. Therkelsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Therkelsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 492-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Therkelsen accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Therkelsen in Stanford, 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
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Therkelsen's office located?
What is Dr. Therkelsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Therkelsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962852871.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Therkelsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Therkelsen
What is Dr. Kate Therkelsen's specialty?
Dr. Therkelsen is a Neurologist near Stanford, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Therkelsen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kate Therkelsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Therkelsen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kate Therkelsen accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kate Therkelsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kate Therkelsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Therkelsen's office at (617) 492-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kate Therkelsen?
Please contact Dr. Therkelsen's office at (617) 492-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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