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Dr. Andrew Collins, MD

Dr. Andrew Collins, MD

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Collins, Pediatric Physiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Collins, MD is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Turkish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (513) 636-4315.

    What languages does Dr. Collins speak?

    Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Somali

    • Spanish

    • Turkish

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Athetoid Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Hemiplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting one side
    • One-sided spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder
    • Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy
    • CP with involuntary movements
    • Athetosis CP

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
    • G803: Athetoid cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site
    • M62838: Other muscle spasm
    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Spina Bifida
    • Lumbar Spina Bifida
    • Open Spine
    • Neural Tube Defect
    • Spinal Birth Defect
    • Lower Back Spina Bifida
    • Lumbar Myelomeningocele

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
    • Q057: Lumbar spina bifida without hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Infusion Pump Management
    • Pump Adjustment
    • Infusion Device Care
    • Drug Delivery Pump Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    What procedures does Dr. Collins perform?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Generating Device Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Augmentative Communication Therapy
    • AAC Device Programming
    • Speech Device Training
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4315 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Collins in Palo Alto, 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

    • Bon Ton Department Stores

    • California Water Service Group

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • City of Hartford

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Collins' office located?

    Dr. Andrew Collins' Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (513) 636-4315

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    Dr. Andrew Collins' Practice 2

    3333 Burnet Ave Ste 7017

    Cincinnati, OH 45229

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    What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417218926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins

    What is Dr. Andrew Collins's specialty?

    Dr. Collins is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Palo Alto, CA. A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients. Contact Dr. Collins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Andrew Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare 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

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    Is Andrew Collins accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Collins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Collins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (513) 636-4315 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Andrew Collins?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (513) 636-4315 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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