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Dr. Tessy Jenkins, MD

Neurologist

Southfield, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jenkins, Neurologist in Southfield, MI?

    Dr. Tessy Jenkins, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Southfield, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Jenkins graduated from University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hospital Program. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English and Igbo, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office at (248) 208-9215.

    Where did Dr. Jenkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Jos / Faculty of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Jenkins board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tessy Jenkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?

    Dr. Jenkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Igbo

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Jenkins typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    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:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Jenkins typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    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

    Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jenkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 208-9215 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jenkins accept in Southfield, MI?

    Dr. Jenkins in Southfield, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?

    Dr. Tessy Jenkins' Primary Practice

    27200 Lahser Rd Ste 100

    Southfield, MI 48034

    (248) 208-9215

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    Dr. Tessy Jenkins' Practice 2

    306 S Washington Ave Ste 600

    Royal Oak, MI 48067

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    What is Dr. Jenkins's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548269897.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jenkins

    What is Dr. Tessy Jenkins's specialty?

    Dr. Jenkins is a Neurologist near Southfield, MI.

    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. Tessy Jenkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jenkins is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital 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. Tessy Jenkins accepting new patients in Southfield, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Tessy Jenkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tessy Jenkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jenkins' office at (248) 208-9215 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tessy Jenkins?

    Please contact Dr. Jenkins' office at (248) 208-9215 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?

    Dr. Jenkins' offices are located in Southfield, MI and Royal Oak, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tessy Jenkins have?

    Dr. Tessy Jenkins is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.