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Who is Dr. Drafta, Clinical Neurophysiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Christina Drafta, MD is a Clinical Neurophysiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Drafta graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy and completed her residency at Ny University Med Center. Dr. Drafta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drafta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drafta’s office at (212) 598-2375.
Where did Dr. Drafta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital For Joint Diseases | Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency: Ny University Med Center | New York University; New York, Ny | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila
Is Dr. Drafta board certified as a Clinical Neurophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Drafta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Drafta speak?
Dr. Drafta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Neurophysiologist like Dr. Drafta typically treat?
As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, Dr. Drafta 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. Drafta. 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:
- Skin Numbness
- Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pain
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Clinical Neurophysiologist like Dr. Drafta typically perform?
As a Clinical Neurophysiologist, Dr. Drafta 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. Drafta. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Drafta accept my insurance?
Dr. Drafta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 598-2375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drafta accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Drafta in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Drafta's office located?
What is Dr. Drafta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drafta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053365502.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drafta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drafta
What is Dr. Christina Drafta's specialty?
Dr. Drafta is a Clinical Neurophysiologist near New York, NY.
What does a Clinical Neurophysiologist do?
Clinical Neurophysiology is a subspecialty that focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems through a combination of clinical assessment and electrophysiologic testing. This includes techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS).
Is this Dr. Christina Drafta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drafta is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Christina Drafta accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christina Drafta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Drafta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drafta's office at (212) 598-2375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Drafta?
Please contact Dr. Drafta's office at (212) 598-2375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Drafta have?
Dr. Christina Drafta is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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