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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gillum, Neurologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Leslie Gillum, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gillum graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Gillum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gillum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gillum’s office at (925) 602-7060.
Where did Dr. Gillum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | University of California
Is Dr. Gillum board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Gillum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Gillum speak?
Dr. Gillum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Gillum typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Gillum 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. Gillum. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Brain Disease
- Brain Disease After-effects
- Long-term Cerebrovascular Problems
- Post-Cerebrovascular Disease Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6990: Unspecified sequelae of unspecified cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Gillum typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Gillum 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. Gillum. 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:
- 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:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Gillum accept my insurance?
Dr. Gillum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 602-7060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gillum accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Gillum in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gillum's office located?
Dr. Leslie Gillum's Primary Practice
2637 Shadelands Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 602-7060
What hospitals are Dr. Gillum affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gillum has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gillum's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gillum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275569089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gillum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gillum
What is Dr. Leslie Gillum's specialty?
Dr. Gillum is a Neurologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
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 Dr. Leslie Gillum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gillum is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
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Is Dr. Leslie Gillum accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Gillum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leslie Gillum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gillum's office at (925) 602-7060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie Gillum?
Please contact Dr. Gillum's office at (925) 602-7060 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gillum's office located?
Dr. Gillum's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and Alamo, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Gillum have?
Dr. Leslie Gillum is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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