AP
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Padilla, Neurologist in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Alvaro Padilla, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Padilla graduated from Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicas De Centro America, Universidad De Ciencias Medicas (Ucimed),San Jose, Costa Rica and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Padilla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Padilla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Padilla’s office at (954) 981-3850.
Where did Dr. Padilla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Autonomous University of Central America | Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicas De Centro America, Universidad De Ciencias Medicas (Ucimed),San Jose, Costa Rica | Universidad de Costa Rica Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Padilla board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Padilla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Padilla speak?
Dr. Padilla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Padilla typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Padilla 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. Padilla. 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.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Padilla typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvaro Padilla 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. Padilla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Padilla accept my insurance?
Dr. Padilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 981-3850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Padilla accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Padilla in Plantation, FL 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Padilla's office located?
Dr. Alvaro Padilla's Primary Practice
8201 W Broward Blvd
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 981-3850
What is Dr. Padilla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Padilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235180001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Padilla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Padilla
What is Dr. Alvaro Padilla's specialty?
Dr. Padilla is a Neurologist near Plantation, FL.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alvaro Padilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Padilla is affiliated with Hca Florida Westside Hospital, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alvaro Padilla accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Padilla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Padilla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Padilla's office at (954) 981-3850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Padilla?
Please contact Dr. Padilla's office at (954) 981-3850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Padilla have?
Dr. Alvaro Padilla is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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