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Who is Dr. Galifianakis, Neurologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Galifianakis graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Galifianakis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galifianakis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galifianakis’s office at (415) 353-2311.
Where did Dr. Galifianakis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Galifianakis board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Galifianakis speak?
Dr. Galifianakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Galifianakis treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Galifianakis 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. Galifianakis. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinsonism
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Orofacial Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
- Facial Muscle Spasms
- Jaw Dystonia
- Mouth Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
- G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Which procedures does Dr. Galifianakis perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis 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. Galifianakis' office.
Does Dr. Galifianakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Galifianakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galifianakis accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Galifianakis in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Galifianakis' office located?
Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis' Primary Practice
2330 Post St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 353-2311
Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis' Practice 2
1635 Divisadero St Ste 520
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 353-2311
What is Dr. Galifianakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galifianakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609045467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galifianakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galifianakis
What is Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis's specialty?
Dr. Galifianakis is a Neurologist near San Francisco, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Galifianakis to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galifianakis is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Nicholas Galifianakis accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galifianakis's office at (415) 353-2311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Galifianakis?
Please contact Dr. Galifianakis's office at (415) 353-2311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis have?
Dr. Nicholas Galifianakis is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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