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Who is Dr. Destefano, Epilepsy Specialist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Samuel Destefano, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Destefano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Destefano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Destefano’s office at (303) 730-4400.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Destefano?
Dr. Samuel Destefano, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Epilepsy Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Destefano empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver, CO community, Dr. Destefano is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Destefano speak?
Dr. Destefano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Destefano typically treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Destefano 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. Destefano. 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:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Destefano typically perform?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Destefano 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. Destefano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Destefano accept my insurance?
Dr. Destefano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 730-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Destefano accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Destefano in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Northwell Health
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Where is Dr. Destefano's office located?
Dr. Samuel Destefano's Primary Practice
2535 S Downing St
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 730-4400
What is Dr. Destefano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Destefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114260619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Destefano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Destefano
What is Dr. Samuel Destefano's specialty?
Dr. Destefano is a Epilepsy Specialist near Denver, CO.
What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Is this Dr. Samuel Destefano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Destefano is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AdventHealth Littleton. 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
When to see an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samuel Destefano accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Destefano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Destefano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (303) 730-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Destefano?
Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (303) 730-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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