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Dr. Vernita Hairston, MD
Columbia, MO
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hairston, Neurologist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Vernita Hairston, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Hairston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hairston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hairston’s office at (573) 882-1515.
Is Dr. Hairston board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Vernita Hairston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Hairston speak?
Dr. Hairston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Hairston typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hairston 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. Hairston. 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:
- 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Hairston typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hairston 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. Hairston. 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)
Does Dr. Hairston accept my insurance?
Dr. Hairston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 882-1515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hairston accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Hairston in Columbia, MO 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 and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Corporate Services
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hairston's office located?
What is Dr. Hairston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hairston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972589570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hairston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hairston
What is Dr. Vernita Hairston's specialty?
Dr. Hairston is a Neurologist near Columbia, MO.
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. Vernita Hairston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hairston is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care, The University Of Kansas 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
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Is Vernita Hairston accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Vernita Hairston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vernita Hairston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hairston's office at (573) 882-1515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vernita Hairston?
Please contact Dr. Hairston's office at (573) 882-1515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vernita Hairston have?
Dr. Vernita Hairston is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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