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Who is Dr. Diaz-Medina, Epilepsy Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Diaz-Medina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz-Medina’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz-Medina’s office at (305) 662-8345.
What languages does Dr. Diaz-Medina speak?
Dr. Diaz-Medina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Diaz-Medina treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Diaz-Medina 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. Diaz-Medina. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Absence Epilepsy
- Intractable Epilepsy
- Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
- LGS
- Childhood epileptic encephalopathy
- Atypical absence epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Drug-Resistant Complex Partial Seizures with Status Epilepticus
- Continuous Intractable Focal Seizures
- Refractory Complex Partial Status Epilepticus
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant epilepsy
- Refractory epilepsy
- Hard-to-treat epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40813: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40911: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40804: Other epilepsy, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Which procedures does Dr. Diaz-Medina perform as an Epilepsy Specialist?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina 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. Diaz-Medina's office.
Does Dr. Diaz-Medina accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz-Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 662-8345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz-Medina accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Diaz-Medina in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Baylor Scott & White Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Diaz-Medina's office located?
What is Dr. Diaz-Medina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz-Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265630735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz-Medina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz-Medina
What is Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina's specialty?
Dr. Diaz-Medina is a Epilepsy Specialist near Houston, TX. Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Contact Dr. Diaz-Medina to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz-Medina is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital, St. David's North Austin Medical Center, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital for Surgery 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 Gloria Diaz-Medina accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gloria Diaz-Medina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz-Medina's office at (305) 662-8345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gloria Diaz-Medina?
Please contact Dr. Diaz-Medina's office at (305) 662-8345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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