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Dr. Ricardo Ayala, MD

Tallahassee, FL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ayala, Neurologist in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Ricardo Ayala, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Ayala graduated from Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Neurology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Ayala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayala’s office at (850) 878-8121.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Neurology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University De San Carlos, Fac De Cien Med, Guatemala | Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud

    Is Dr. Ayala board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Ayala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ayala speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Ayala 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. Ayala. 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Tension Headache
    • Headache
    • Chronic daily headache
    • Stress headache
    • Muscle contraction headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G44229: Chronic tension-type headache, not intractable

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Does Dr. Ayala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ayala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 878-8121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ayala accept in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Ayala in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ayala's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Ayala's Primary Practice

    1401 Centerville Rd Ste 600

    Tallahassee, FL 32308

    (850) 878-8121

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    Dr. Ricardo Ayala's Practice 2

    8213 Killearn Lakes Ter

    Tallahassee, FL 32312

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ayala affiliated with?

    Dr. Ayala has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tallahassee Memorial Hospital,Tallahassee, FL

    Ratings & Reviews

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    4.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Ricardo Ayala a Great overall experience rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ayala has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ayala, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Ayala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699742767.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayala?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Ayala's specialty?

    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 Dr. Ricardo Ayala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ayala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ricardo Ayala accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Ayala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Ayala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ayala's office at (850) 878-8121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Ayala?

    Please contact Dr. Ayala's office at (850) 878-8121 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ayala's office located?

    Dr. Ayala's office is located in Tallahassee, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Ayala have?

    Dr. Ricardo Ayala is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.