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Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez, MD
Winston Salem, NC
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Velez-Fernandez, Neurologist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Velez-Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez-Fernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez-Fernandez’s office at (336) 718-7224.
What languages does Dr. Velez-Fernandez speak?
Dr. Velez-Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velez-Fernandez treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Velez-Fernandez 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. Velez-Fernandez. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I63531: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right posterior cerebral artery
- I63532: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left posterior cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Toxic brain damage
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
- Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Velez-Fernandez perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez 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. Velez-Fernandez's office.
Does Dr. Velez-Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez-Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 718-7224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez-Fernandez accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Velez-Fernandez in Winston Salem, NC 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velez-Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez's Primary Practice
3333 Silas Creek Pkwy
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 718-7224
Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez's Practice 2
725 Highland Oaks Dr Ste 200
Winston Salem, NC 27103
Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez's Practice 3
1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 120
Shreveport, LA 71105
What is Dr. Velez-Fernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez-Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649429531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez-Fernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez-Fernandez
What is Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Velez-Fernandez is a Neurologist near Winston Salem, NC.
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.
Contact Dr. Velez-Fernandez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Velez-Fernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton Pierremont, Willis Knighton South, Willis - Knighton Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Isma Velez-Fernandez accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Isma Velez-Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez-Fernandez's office at (336) 718-7224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Isma Velez-Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Velez-Fernandez's office at (336) 718-7224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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