Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perkins, Neurologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Erik Perkins, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Perkins graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Neurology; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Perkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perkins’s office at (619) 644-6750.
Where did Dr. Perkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UNIVERSITY CA SF SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Neurology; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Good Samaritan Reg Med Center | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Ny And Presby Hosp, Neurology Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Perkins board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Erik Perkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Perkins speak?
Dr. Perkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Perkins typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Perkins 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. Perkins. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
- Common Migraine
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43119: Migraine with aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Perkins typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Perkins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Perkins. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Perkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Perkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 644-6750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perkins accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Perkins in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perkins' office located?
Dr. Erik Perkins' Primary Practice
5525 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 644-6750
What is Dr. Perkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881801413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perkins
What is Dr. Erik Perkins's specialty?
Dr. Perkins is a Neurologist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Erik Perkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perkins is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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 Erik Perkins accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erik Perkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Perkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perkins's office at (619) 644-6750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Perkins?
Please contact Dr. Perkins's office at (619) 644-6750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Perkins have?
Dr. Erik Perkins is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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