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Dr. Kathleen Poston, MD

Dr. Kathleen Poston, MD

Stanford, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poston, Clinical Neurophysiologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Kathleen Poston, MD is a Clinical Neurophysiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Poston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poston’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    Is Dr. Poston board certified as a Clinical Neurophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Poston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Poston speak?

    Dr. Poston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Poston treat?

    As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, Dr. Poston 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. Poston. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinsonism
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
    • Fluctuating Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Genetic Dystonia
    • Orofacial Dystonia
    • Dystonia
    • Dystonia 6
    • Early-onset isolated dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck
    • Hereditary Dystonia
    • Torsion Dystonia
    • Early-Onset Dystonia
    • Facial Muscle Spasms
    • Jaw Dystonia
    • Mouth Dystonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis
    • G241: Genetic torsion dystonia
    • G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia

    Also known as:

    • Dry Mouth
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Xerostomia
    • Lack of Saliva
    • Saliva Production Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    Also known as:

    • Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Facial Twitch
    • Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5139: Clonic hemifacial spasm, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple System Atrophy
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Multiple system atrophy
    • MSA
    • Shy-Drager syndrome
    • Degenerative autonomic disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G903: Multi-system degeneration of the autonomic nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Genetic Ataxia
    • Inherited Balance Disorder
    • Familial Ataxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G118: Other hereditary ataxias

    Also known as:

    • REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
    • Sleep Disorder
    • RBD
    • Acting Out Dreams
    • Dream Enactment Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4752: REM sleep behavior disorder

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Basal Ganglia Disease
    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Basal Ganglia Degeneration
    • Movement Disorder Brain Disease
    • Neurodegenerative Basal Ganglia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G238: Other specified degenerative diseases of basal ganglia

    What procedures does Dr. Poston perform?

    As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, Dr. Poston 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. Poston. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Poston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poston accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Poston in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Poston's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Poston's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Functiol brain networks and abnormal connectivity in the movement disorders

    NEUROIMAGE, 2012

    Network correlates of disease severity in multiple system atrophy

    NEUROLOGY, 2012

    AAV2-GAD gene therapy for advanced Parkinson's disease: a double-blind, sham-surgery controlled

    LANCET NEUROLOGY, 2011

    Differential diagnosis of parkinsonism: a metabolic imaging study using pattern alysis

    LANCET NEUROLOGY, 2010

    Abnormalities in Metabolic Network Activity Precede the Onset of Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's

    JOURL OF NEUROSCIENCE, 2010

    Fragile X-Associated Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS) with Myoclonus

    MOVEMENT DISORDERS, 2010

    FDG PET in the Evaluation of Parkinson's Disease.

    PET clinics, 2010

    Action tremor of the legs in essential tremor: Prevalence, clinical correlates

    PARKINSONISM & RELATED DISORDERS, 2009

    Network biomarkers for the diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders

    NEUROBIOLOGY OF DISEASE, 2009

    Movement disorder emergencies

    JOURL OF NEUROLOGY, 2008

    Zydis selegilline in the magement of Parkinson's disease

    EXPERT OPINION ON PHARMACOTHERAPY, 2007

    What is Dr. Poston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Poston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114053808.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poston?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poston

    What is Dr. Kathleen Poston's specialty?

    Dr. Poston is a Clinical Neurophysiologist near Stanford, CA. Clinical Neurophysiology is a subspecialty that focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems through a combination of clinical assessment and electrophysiologic testing. This includes techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS). Contact Dr. Poston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Poston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poston is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Kathleen Poston accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Poston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Poston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poston's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Poston?

    Please contact Dr. Poston's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Poston have?

    Dr. Kathleen Poston is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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