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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laroche, Neurologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Howard Laroche, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Laroche is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laroche’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laroche’s office at (409) 772-2222.
Is Dr. Laroche board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Laroche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Laroche speak?
Dr. Laroche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Laroche typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Laroche 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. Laroche. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Laroche typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Laroche 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
Please contact Dr. Laroche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laroche accept my insurance?
Dr. Laroche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laroche accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Laroche in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Laroche's office located?
Dr. Howard Laroche's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 772-2222
What is Dr. Laroche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laroche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487635595.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laroche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laroche
What is Dr. Howard Laroche's specialty?
Dr. Laroche is a Neurologist near Galveston, TX.
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. Howard Laroche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laroche is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Laroche accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Howard Laroche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Laroche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laroche's office at (409) 772-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Laroche?
Please contact Dr. Laroche's office at (409) 772-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Laroche have?
Dr. Howard Laroche is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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