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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Contreras, Neurologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Abelardo Contreras is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Contreras is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contreras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contreras’s office at (248) 977-4548.
Where did Dr. Contreras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: National Center of Colombia / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Contreras speak?
Dr. Contreras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Contreras typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Contreras 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. Contreras. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dangerous High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Crisis
- Very High Blood Pressure
- Blood Pressure Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I169: Hypertensive crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Contreras typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abelardo Contreras 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. Contreras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Contreras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 977-4548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Contreras accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Contreras in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Contreras' office located?
Dr. Abelardo Contreras' Primary Practice
6071 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 977-4548
What is Dr. Contreras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619007168.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contreras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contreras
What is Dr. Abelardo Contreras's specialty?
Dr. Contreras is a Neurologist near Detroit, MI.
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. Abelardo Contreras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Contreras is affiliated with Dmc Sinai-Grace 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 Abelardo Contreras accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Abelardo Contreras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abelardo Contreras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contreras's office at (248) 977-4548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abelardo Contreras?
Please contact Dr. Contreras's office at (248) 977-4548 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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