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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vernon, Pediatric Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Laura Vernon, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vernon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernon’s office at (312) 227-3550.
What languages does Dr. Vernon speak?
Dr. Vernon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Vernon typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Vernon 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. Vernon. 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:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Corpus Callosum Malformation
- Brain Malformations
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
- Agenesis of Corpus Callosum
- ACC
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
- Q040: Congenital malformations of corpus callosum
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Vernon typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Vernon 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
Please contact Dr. Vernon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vernon accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vernon accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vernon in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vernon's office located?
Dr. Laura Vernon's Primary Practice
225 E Chicago Ave # 51
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 227-3550
What is Dr. Vernon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vernon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578957676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vernon
What is Dr. Laura Vernon's specialty?
Dr. Vernon is a Pediatric Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Laura Vernon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vernon is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Silver Cross 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 Laura Vernon accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Laura Vernon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Vernon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vernon's office at (312) 227-3550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Vernon?
Please contact Dr. Vernon's office at (312) 227-3550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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