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Dr. Allison Chirigos, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Neurologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chirigos, Pediatric Neurologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Allison Chirigos, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Chirigos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chirigos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chirigos’s office at (858) 966-5819.

    What languages does Dr. Chirigos speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chirigos typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Chirigos 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. Chirigos. 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:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
    • Moderate Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
    • Brain Disease
    • Childbirth Problems
    • HIE in Newborns
    • Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
    • Neonatal HIE
    • Moderate HIE
    • Moderate Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
    • Moderate Neonatal HIE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P9160: Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE], unspecified
    • P9162: Moderate hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Stereotyped Movement Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors
    • Repetitive Movements
    • Motor Stereotypies
    • Habit Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
    • F984: Stereotyped movement disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Mild Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
    • Brain Disease
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Mild birth asphyxia brain injury
    • Mild lack of oxygen to baby's brain
    • Mild newborn brain damage from oxygen deprivation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P9161: Mild hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Apparent Life-Threatening Event in Infant
    • ALTE
    • Near-SIDS event
    • Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6813: Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Chirigos typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Allison Chirigos may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chirigos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chirigos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chirigos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5819 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chirigos accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chirigos' office located?

    Dr. Allison Chirigos' Primary Practice

    File Ste 57326

    Los Angeles, CA 90074

    (858) 966-5819

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

    Dr. Chirigos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225590086.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chirigos?

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

    What is Dr. Allison Chirigos's specialty?

    Dr. Chirigos is a Pediatric Neurologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is Dr. Allison Chirigos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chirigos is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Tri-City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Allison Chirigos accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Allison Chirigos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allison Chirigos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chirigos' office at (858) 966-5819 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allison Chirigos?

    Please contact Dr. Chirigos' office at (858) 966-5819 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chirigos' office located?

    Dr. Chirigos' office is located in Los Angeles, CA.