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Who is Dr. Tankou, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Stephanie Tankou is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Tankou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tankou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tankou’s office at (212) 241-6854.
What languages does Dr. Tankou speak?
Dr. Tankou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Tankou typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Tankou 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. Tankou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
- MOG Antibody Disease
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CNS Demyelination
- Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
- Myelin Loss Disorder
- MOGAD
- MOG-Associated Disease
- Myelin Antibody Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified
- G3781: Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody disease
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Acute Transverse Myelitis
- Neurologic Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- ATM
- Spinal cord inflammation
- Myelitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Other Skin Sensation Problems
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Disturbed Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Tankou typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Tankou 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. Tankou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tankou accept my insurance?
Dr. Tankou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-6854 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tankou accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Tankou in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tankou's office located?
What is Dr. Tankou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tankou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023336195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tankou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tankou
What is Dr. Stephanie Tankou's specialty?
Dr. Tankou is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
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. Stephanie Tankou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tankou is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Stephanie Tankou accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Tankou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Tankou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tankou's office at (212) 241-6854 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Tankou?
Please contact Dr. Tankou's office at (212) 241-6854 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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