41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Plasencia, Neurologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Plasencia, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Plasencia graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Neurology. Dr. Plasencia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plasencia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plasencia’s office at (305) 264-3989.
Where did Dr. Plasencia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Neurology | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Plasencia speak?
Dr. Plasencia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Plasencia typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Plasencia 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. Plasencia. 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:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
- Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Plasencia typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Plasencia 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. Plasencia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plasencia accept my insurance?
Dr. Plasencia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 264-3989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plasencia accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Plasencia in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Athena Health Care Systems
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Plasencia's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Plasencia's Primary Practice
8000 W Flagler St Ste 202
Miami, FL 33144
(305) 264-3989
What hospitals are Dr. Plasencia affiliated with?
Dr. Plasencia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
UHealth Tower,Miami, FL
UHealth Tower,Miami, FL
What is Dr. Plasencia's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plasencia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992725543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plasencia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plasencia
What is Dr. Ricardo Plasencia's specialty?
Dr. Plasencia is a Neurologist near Miami, FL.
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 Dr. Ricardo Plasencia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Plasencia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UHealth Tower. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Ricardo Plasencia accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Plasencia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Plasencia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plasencia's office at (305) 264-3989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Plasencia?
Please contact Dr. Plasencia's office at (305) 264-3989 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Plasencia's office located?
Dr. Plasencia's office is located in Miami, FL.
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