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 by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. 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 in 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:
- 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:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
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:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
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:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Slurred or Unclear Speech
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Dysarthria
- Anarthria
- Difficulty articulating words
ICD-10 Codes:
- R471: Dysarthria and anarthria
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Which procedures does Dr. Poston perform as a Clinical Neurophysiologist?
As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathleen Poston 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. Poston's office.
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
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Poston's office located?
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 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 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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