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Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao, MD

Hackensack, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Litao, Vascular Neurologist in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Litao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Litao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Litao’s office at (207) 947-0558.

    What languages does Dr. Litao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Litao typically treat?

    As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Litao 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. Litao. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Blood Clot in Brain
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Artery Narrowing
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebral Artery Stenosis
    • Blocked Brain Arteries
    • Brain Blood Vessel Narrowing
    • Cerebral Occlusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6602: Occlusion and stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I6601: Occlusion and stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
    • Unusual Head Imaging
    • Atypical Skull Scan
    • Abnormal Brain Scan (general)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Litao typically perform?

    As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Litao 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. Litao. 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:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Intracranial Thrombectomy (Stroke Treatment)
    • Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke
    • Brain Clot Removal (Percutaneous)
    • Intracranial Thrombolysis
    • Endovascular Stroke Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61645: Percutaneous arterial transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, intracranial, any method, including diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement, and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s)

    Also known as:

    • Brain or Spinal Cord Embolization
    • Neurovascular embolization
    • Intracranial vessel occlusion
    • Spinal cord vascular malformation treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 61624: Transcatheter permanent occlusion or embolization (eg, for tumor destruction, to achieve hemostasis, to occlude a vascular malformation), percutaneous, any method; central nervous system (intracranial, spinal cord)

    Does Dr. Litao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Litao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 947-0558 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Litao accept in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Litao in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Litao's office located?

    Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao's Primary Practice

    30 Prospect Ave

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    (207) 947-0558

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    Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao's Practice 2

    777 Terrace Ave Ste 401

    Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604

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

    Dr. Litao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811332836.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Litao?

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

    What is Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao's specialty?

    Dr. Litao is a Vascular Neurologist near Hackensack, NJ.

    What does a Vascular Neurologist do?

    Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage.

    Is this Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Litao is affiliated with Jersey City Medical Center, Richmond University Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Hudson Regional 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

    When to see a Vascular Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Miguel Lorenzo Litao accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miguel Lorenzo Litao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Litao's office at (207) 947-0558 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Miguel Lorenzo Litao?

    Please contact Dr. Litao's office at (207) 947-0558 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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