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Who is Dr. Pestana Knight, Pediatric Neurologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Elia Pestana Knight, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. She is board certified. Dr. Pestana Knight is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pestana Knight’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pestana Knight’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pestana Knight?
Dr. Elia Pestana Knight, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist 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. Pestana Knight empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, OH community, Dr. Pestana Knight is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Pestana Knight board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Elia Pestana Knight, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Pestana Knight speak?
Dr. Pestana Knight and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Pestana Knight typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Pestana Knight 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. Pestana Knight. 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:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Recurrent seizures
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not 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:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Pestana Knight typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elia Pestana Knight 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. Pestana Knight's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pestana Knight accept my insurance?
Dr. Pestana Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pestana Knight accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Pestana Knight in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pestana Knight's office located?
Dr. Elia Pestana Knight's Primary Practice
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 444-2200
What is Dr. Pestana Knight's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pestana Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215142674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pestana Knight?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pestana Knight
What is Dr. Elia Pestana Knight's specialty?
Dr. Pestana Knight is a Pediatric Neurologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Elia Pestana Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pestana Knight is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elia Pestana Knight accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Elia Pestana Knight is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elia Pestana Knight offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pestana Knight's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elia Pestana Knight?
Please contact Dr. Pestana Knight's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elia Pestana Knight have?
Dr. Elia Pestana Knight is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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