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Who is Dr. Atkinson, Pediatric Neurologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Sidney Atkinson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (210) 562-5858.
Is Dr. Atkinson board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Sidney Atkinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?
Dr. Atkinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Atkinson treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Atkinson perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Also known as:
- Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
- Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
- Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
- Botox for Trunk Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?
Dr. Sidney Atkinson's Primary Practice
7703 Floyd Curl Dr # 7977
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 562-5858
What is Dr. Atkinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508837063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atkinson
What is Dr. Sidney Atkinson's specialty?
Dr. Atkinson is a Pediatric Neurologist near San Antonio, TX. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Atkinson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sidney Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Atkinson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Brooke Army Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sidney Atkinson accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sidney Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sidney Atkinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (210) 562-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sidney Atkinson?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (210) 562-5858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sidney Atkinson have?
Dr. Sidney Atkinson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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