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Dr. Lindsay Malatesta
Nashville, TN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Malatesta, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Lindsay Malatesta is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Malatesta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malatesta’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malatesta’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Malatesta speak?
Dr. Malatesta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Malatesta treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Malatesta 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. Malatesta. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
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:
- 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 Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Diaphragm Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Diaphragmatic Problems
- Breathing Muscle Disorders
- Problems with the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J986: Disorders of diaphragm
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
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:
- Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Paralysis
- Silver syndrome
- Spastic paraplegia type 11
- Spastic paraplegia type 15
- Spastic paraplegia type 2
- Spastic paraplegia type 31
- Spastic paraplegia type 3A
- Spastic paraplegia type 4
- Spastic paraplegia type 5A
- Spastic paraplegia type 7
- Spastic paraplegia type 8
- Troyer syndrome
- HSP
- Familial Spastic Paraparesis
- Strümpell-Lorrain Syndrome
- Spastic Gait Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G114: Hereditary spastic paraplegia
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
Which procedures does Dr. Malatesta perform as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lindsay Malatesta 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. Malatesta's office.
Does Dr. Malatesta accept my insurance?
Dr. Malatesta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malatesta accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Malatesta in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Malatesta's office located?
Dr. Lindsay Malatesta's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Malatesta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malatesta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629430996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malatesta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malatesta
What is Dr. Lindsay Malatesta's specialty?
Dr. Malatesta is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Nashville, TN. A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Contact Dr. Malatesta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lindsay Malatesta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malatesta is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lindsay Malatesta accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Lindsay Malatesta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lindsay Malatesta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malatesta's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lindsay Malatesta?
Please contact Dr. Malatesta's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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