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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lening, Neurologist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Christopher Lening, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lening is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lening’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lening’s office at (757) 252-9015.
What languages does Dr. Lening speak?
Dr. Lening and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lening treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Lening 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. Lening. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Toxic Neuromuscular Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Toxic Myopathy
- Poison-Induced Muscle Disorder
- Drug-Induced Neuromuscular Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- G701: Toxic myoneural disorders
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Compression
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Neck
- Neck Disc Disease with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5000: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, unspecified cervical region
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
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:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Lening perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Lening 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. Lening's office.
Does Dr. Lening accept my insurance?
Dr. Lening accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 252-9015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lening accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Lening in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lening's office located?
Dr. Christopher Lening's Primary Practice
600 Gresham Dr Ste 8610
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 252-9015
Dr. Christopher Lening's Practice 2
1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 200
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Dr. Christopher Lening's Practice 3
3920 A Bridge Rd Ste 204
Suffolk, VA 23435
(757) 983-0351
What is Dr. Lening's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lening's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003182007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lening?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lening
What is Dr. Christopher Lening's specialty?
Dr. Lening is a Neurologist near Norfolk, VA.
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. Lening to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Lening affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lening is affiliated with North Central Surgical Center Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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
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Is Christopher Lening accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Lening is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Lening offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lening's office at (757) 252-9015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Lening?
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