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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Teacher, Neurologist in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Theodore Teacher, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Mission Viejo, CA. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Teacher graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; University Med Ctr, Neurology; Tucson Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Teacher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teacher’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teacher’s office at (949) 364-9054.
Where did Dr. Teacher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; University Med Ctr, Neurology; Tucson Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Teacher board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Teacher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Teacher speak?
Dr. Teacher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Teacher treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Teacher 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. Teacher. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Unknown cause nerve damage
- Peripheral dysautonomia
- Autonomic neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9009: Other idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R260: Ataxic gait
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Dementia Due to Other Condition
- Dementia
- Secondary dementia
- Dementia from other medical causes
- Cognitive decline from underlying disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
Which procedures does Dr. Teacher perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Theodore Teacher 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. Teacher's office.
Does Dr. Teacher accept my insurance?
Dr. Teacher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 364-9054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teacher accept in Mission Viejo, CA?
Dr. Teacher in Mission Viejo, 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
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Teacher's office located?
Dr. Theodore Teacher's Primary Practice
26691 Plaza Ste 235
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 364-9054
What is Dr. Teacher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871514729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teacher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teacher
What is Dr. Theodore Teacher's specialty?
Dr. Teacher is a Neurologist near Mission Viejo, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Teacher to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Theodore Teacher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Teacher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Theodore Teacher accepting new patients in Mission Viejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Teacher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Teacher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teacher's office at (949) 364-9054 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Teacher?
Please contact Dr. Teacher's office at (949) 364-9054 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Theodore Teacher have?
Dr. Theodore Teacher is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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