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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cristancho, Vascular Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Daniel Cristancho, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cristancho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristancho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristancho’s office at (215) 662-2700.
What languages does Dr. Cristancho speak?
Dr. Cristancho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cristancho treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Cristancho 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. Cristancho. 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
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
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:
- Facial Weakness
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29810: Facial weakness
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Which procedures does Dr. Cristancho perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Cristancho 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. Cristancho's office.
Does Dr. Cristancho accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristancho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristancho accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Cristancho in Philadelphia, PA 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)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Cristancho's office located?
Dr. Daniel Cristancho's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd Ste 2
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 662-2700
What is Dr. Cristancho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristancho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154783884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristancho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristancho
What is Dr. Daniel Cristancho's specialty?
Dr. Cristancho is a Vascular Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Cristancho to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Cristancho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cristancho is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Vascular Neurologist?
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Is Daniel Cristancho accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Cristancho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Cristancho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristancho's office at (215) 662-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Cristancho?
Please contact Dr. Cristancho's office at (215) 662-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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