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Dr. Brian Faux, MD

Dr. Brian Faux, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Faux, Pediatric Neurologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Brian Faux, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Faux graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Faux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faux’s office at (210) 358-5437.

    Where did Dr. Faux go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Hospitals and Clinics | Stanford Hospital and Clinics Program

    • Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Faux board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Faux, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Faux speak?

    Dr. Faux and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Faux typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Faux 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. Faux. 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 here.

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Faux typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Faux 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. Faux. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    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:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
    • Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity

    CPT Codes:

    • 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
    • Botox for Salivary Glands
    • Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
    • Parotid Gland Nerve Block
    • Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Does Dr. Faux accept my insurance?

    Dr. Faux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Faux accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Faux in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Faux's office located?

    Ut Health San Antonio - Dept Of Pediatrics

    7703 Floyd Curl Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 358-5437

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    What is Dr. Faux's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Faux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285608562.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faux?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faux

    What is Dr. Brian Faux's specialty?

    Dr. Faux is a Pediatric Neurologist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Brian Faux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Faux is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Brian Faux accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Faux is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Faux offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Faux's office at (210) 358-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Faux?

    Please contact Dr. Faux's office at (210) 358-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Faux have?

    Dr. Brian Faux is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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