31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avila, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Edward Avila, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Avila completed his residency at MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine, Allegheny University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, American Epilepsy Society, and American Medical Association. Dr. Avila is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avila’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avila’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Where did Dr. Avila go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center
Residency: MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine, Allegheny University Affiliated Hospitals | Hahnemann University Hospital
Is Dr. Avila board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Avila, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology , American Board of Urology since 2007
What languages does Dr. Avila speak?
Dr. Avila and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Avila treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Cerebral Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Cerebrum Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C710: Malignant neoplasm of cerebrum, except lobes and ventricles
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
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:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Which procedures does Dr. Avila perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward Avila 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. Avila's office.
Does Dr. Avila accept my insurance?
Dr. Avila accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avila accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Avila in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Avila's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Neurology
Member
American Clinical Neurophysiology Society
Member
American Epilepsy Society
Member
American Medical Association
Member
What is Dr. Avila's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265440820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avila?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avila
What is Dr. Edward Avila's specialty?
Dr. Avila is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
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. Avila to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Edward Avila affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avila is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Saratoga 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 Edward Avila accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Edward Avila is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Avila offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Avila?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Avila have?
Dr. Edward Avila is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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