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Who is Dr. Pergakis, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Melissa Pergakis, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pergakis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pergakis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pergakis’s office at (410) 328-6704.
What languages does Dr. Pergakis speak?
Dr. Pergakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pergakis treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Pergakis 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. Pergakis. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I615: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, intraventricular
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Swelling
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Edema
- Edema of the Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G936: Cerebral edema
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Pergakis perform as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Pergakis 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. Pergakis' office.
Does Dr. Pergakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Pergakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-6704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pergakis accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Pergakis in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Pergakis' office located?
What is Dr. Pergakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pergakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619357548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pergakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pergakis
What is Dr. Melissa Pergakis's specialty?
Dr. Pergakis is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Baltimore, MD. Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed. Contact Dr. Pergakis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Pergakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pergakis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Maryland Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Neurocritical Care Specialist?
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Is Melissa Pergakis accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Pergakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Pergakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pergakis's office at (410) 328-6704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Pergakis?
Please contact Dr. Pergakis's office at (410) 328-6704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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