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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Romano, Neurologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Alissa Romano, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Romano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romano’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romano’s office at (610) 402-8420.
What languages does Dr. Romano speak?
Dr. Romano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Romano treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Romano 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. Romano. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis (Flare-up)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
- MG Exacerbation
- Acute Myasthenia Gravis
- Myasthenic Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
- G7001: Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Multifocal Motor Neuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- MMN
- Multifocal Motor Nerve Damage
- Chronic Motor Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6182: Multifocal motor neuropathy
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
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:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Romano perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alissa Romano 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. Romano's office.
Does Dr. Romano accept my insurance?
Dr. Romano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-8420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romano accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Romano in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employers Health Options
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Romano's office located?
Dr. Alissa Romano's Primary Practice
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Fl 3
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-8420
What is Dr. Romano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033418272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romano
What is Dr. Alissa Romano's specialty?
Dr. Romano is a Neurologist near Allentown, PA.
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. Romano to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alissa Romano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Romano is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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
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Is Alissa Romano accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alissa Romano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alissa Romano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (610) 402-8420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alissa Romano?
Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (610) 402-8420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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