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Dr. Francisco Esparza, MD

Dr. Francisco Esparza, MD

Bradenton, FL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Esparza, Neurologist in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Francisco Esparza, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Bradenton, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Esparza graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Psychiatry/Neurology; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Esparza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esparza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esparza’s office at (941) 750-0602.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Psychiatry/Neurology; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine | Jackson Memorial Hospital | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Drexel University College Of Medicine | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Esparza speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Esparza 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. Esparza. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    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:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Multi-infarct dementia
    • Cognitive decline from vascular issues
    • Dementia due to blood vessel problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Esparza 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. Esparza. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
    • Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity

    CPT Codes:

    • 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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)

    Does Dr. Esparza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Esparza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 750-0602 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Esparza accept in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Esparza in Bradenton, 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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • FMH Benefit Services

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Esparza's office located?

    Dr. Francisco Esparza's Primary Practice

    7005 Cortez Rd W

    Bradenton, FL 34210

    (941) 750-0602

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    Blake Medical Center

    2010 59th St W Ste 3600

    Bradenton, FL 34209

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    Dr. Francisco Esparza's Practice 3

    4110 Manatee Ave W

    Bradenton, FL 34205

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

    Dr. Esparza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528053733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esparza?

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

    What is Dr. Francisco Esparza's specialty?

    Dr. Esparza is a Neurologist near Bradenton, 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. Francisco Esparza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Esparza is affiliated with Hca Florida Blake Hospital, Sarasota Memorial 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Francisco Esparza accepting new patients in Bradenton, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Francisco Esparza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francisco Esparza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Esparza's office at (941) 750-0602 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francisco Esparza?

    Please contact Dr. Esparza's office at (941) 750-0602 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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