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Dr. Christopher Ginocchio, MD

Dr. Christopher Ginocchio, MD

Portland, OR

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    Who is Dr. Ginocchio, Neurologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ginocchio graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Neurology; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ginocchio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ginocchio’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ginocchio’s office at (503) 232-0943.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ginocchio?

    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ginocchio empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland, OR community, Dr. Ginocchio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Neurology; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Legacy Emmanuel Hospital and Med Center | Oregon Health & Science University Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ginocchio board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ginocchio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Ginocchio speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ginocchio typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Ginocchio 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. Ginocchio. 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:

    • Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
    • Nerve Damage without Known Cause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    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. Ginocchio typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Ginocchio 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. Ginocchio. 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 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)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Ginocchio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ginocchio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 232-0943 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ginocchio accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Ginocchio in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Oregon

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    Where is Dr. Ginocchio's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio's Primary Practice

    1130 NW 22nd Ave Ste 220

    Portland, OR 97210

    (503) 232-0943

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    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio's Practice 2

    2801 N Gantenbein Ave

    Portland, OR 97227

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    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio's Practice 3

    501 N Graham St Ste 445

    Portland, OR 97227

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

    Dr. Ginocchio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346274131.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ginocchio?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Ginocchio's specialty?

    Dr. Ginocchio is a Neurologist near Portland, OR.

    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. Christopher Ginocchio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ginocchio is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Legacy Emanuel 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 Christopher Ginocchio accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Ginocchio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Ginocchio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ginocchio's office at (503) 232-0943 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ginocchio?

    Please contact Dr. Ginocchio's office at (503) 232-0943 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ginocchio have?

    Dr. Christopher Ginocchio is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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