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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponce De Leon, Neurologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ponce De Leon is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponce De Leon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce De Leon’s office at (253) 858-9192.
Where did Dr. Ponce De Leon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ponce De Leon board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ponce De Leon speak?
Dr. Ponce De Leon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ponce De Leon typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ponce De Leon 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. Ponce De Leon. 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:
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Chronic Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Persistent migraine with aura
- Daily classic migraine
- Transformed migraine with aura
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43E09: Chronic migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ponce De Leon typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ponce De Leon 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. Ponce De Leon. 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 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)
Does Dr. Ponce De Leon accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce De Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 858-9192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce De Leon accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Ponce De Leon in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
First Health Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ponce De Leon's office located?
Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon's Primary Practice
6401 Kimball Dr Fl 2
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(253) 858-9192
Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon's Practice 2
Madigan Army Medical Ctr 9040 Jackson Ave
Tacoma, WA 98431
What is Dr. Ponce De Leon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce De Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659417434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce De Leon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce De Leon
What is Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon's specialty?
Dr. Ponce De Leon is a Neurologist near Gig Harbor, WA.
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. Marcus Ponce De Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponce De Leon is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Michael Medical Center, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marcus Ponce De Leon accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce De Leon's office at (253) 858-9192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcus Ponce De Leon?
Please contact Dr. Ponce De Leon's office at (253) 858-9192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon have?
Dr. Marcus Ponce De Leon is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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