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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kraker, Neurologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Jessica Kraker, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kraker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kraker’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kraker’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kraker?
Dr. Jessica Kraker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kraker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Neurophysiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Covington, LA community, Dr. Kraker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Kraker board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Kraker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Kraker speak?
Dr. Kraker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Kraker typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kraker 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. Kraker. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kraker typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kraker 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. Kraker. 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. Kraker accept my insurance?
Dr. Kraker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kraker accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Kraker in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kraker's office located?
What is Dr. Kraker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kraker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275660631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kraker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kraker
What is Dr. Jessica Kraker's specialty?
Dr. Kraker is a Neurologist near Covington, LA.
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. Jessica Kraker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kraker is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jessica Kraker accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Kraker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Kraker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kraker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Kraker?
Please contact Dr. Kraker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jessica Kraker have?
Dr. Jessica Kraker is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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