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Dr. Hera Stephens, MD

Dr. Hera Stephens, MD

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephens, Neurologist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Hera Stephens, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Stephens graduated from Medical University. Dr. Stephens is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephens’s office at (813) 396-9478.

    Where did Dr. Stephens go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Medical University

    Is Dr. Stephens board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hera Stephens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Stephens speak?

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

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Stephens treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy
    • CIDP
    • Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
    • Demyelinating Neuropathy
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
    • G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
    • G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Ataxia
    • Movement Disorder
    • Loss of Coordination
    • Clumsiness
    • Balance Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R270: Ataxia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    What procedures does Dr. Stephens perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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:

    • Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
    • Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
    • Plasma Pheresis
    • Blood Plasma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis

    Does Dr. Stephens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 396-9478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephens accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Stephens in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Stephens' office located?

    Dr. Hera Stephens' Primary Practice

    12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33612

    (813) 396-9478

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    Dr. Hera Stephens' Practice 2

    13330 Usf Laurel Dr

    Tampa, FL 33612

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    Dr. Hera Stephens' Practice 3

    4001 E Fletcher Ave

    Tampa, FL 33613

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

    Dr. Stephens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740475193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephens?

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

    What is Dr. Hera Stephens's specialty?

    Dr. Stephens is a Neurologist near Tampa, FL.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Hera Stephens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stephens is affiliated with AdventHealth Tampa, Tampa General 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurologist?

    Explore Neurologist with 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 Hera Stephens accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Hera Stephens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hera Stephens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephens's office at (813) 396-9478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hera Stephens?

    Please contact Dr. Stephens's office at (813) 396-9478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hera Stephens have?

    Dr. Hera Stephens is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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