21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derwenskus, Neurologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Joy Derwenskus, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Derwenskus graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at University Hospitals, Cleveland. Dr. Derwenskus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derwenskus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derwenskus’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Derwenskus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospitals, Cleveland
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Derwenskus board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Joy Derwenskus, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Derwenskus speak?
Dr. Derwenskus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derwenskus treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Derwenskus 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. Derwenskus. 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.
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Derwenskus perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joy Derwenskus 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Derwenskus' office.
Does Dr. Derwenskus accept my insurance?
Dr. Derwenskus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derwenskus accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Derwenskus in Nashville, TN 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
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derwenskus' office located?
Dr. Joy Derwenskus' Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Derwenskus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derwenskus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316937915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derwenskus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derwenskus
What is Dr. Joy Derwenskus's specialty?
Dr. Derwenskus is a Neurologist near Nashville, TN.
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.
Contact Dr. Derwenskus to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joy Derwenskus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derwenskus is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Joy Derwenskus accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Joy Derwenskus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joy Derwenskus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derwenskus's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joy Derwenskus?
Please contact Dr. Derwenskus's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joy Derwenskus have?
Dr. Joy Derwenskus is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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