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Dr. Hector Lalama, MD
Coral Gables, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lalama, Neurologist in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Hector Lalama, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Coral Gables, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lalama graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine. Dr. Lalama is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lalama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lalama’s office at (305) 448-9797.
Where did Dr. Lalama go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lalama speak?
Dr. Lalama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Lalama typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Lalama 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. Lalama. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Lalama typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Lalama 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. Lalama. 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)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Lalama accept my insurance?
Dr. Lalama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 448-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lalama accept in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Lalama in Coral Gables, 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)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lalama's office located?
Dr. Hector Lalama's Primary Practice
801 Santiago St
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 448-9797
What hospitals are Dr. Lalama affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lalama has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Baptist Hospital Of Miami,Miami, FL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Baptist Hospital Of Miami,Miami, FL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Baptist Health South Miami Hospital,South Miami, FL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 5 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Baptist Health South Miami Hospital,South Miami, FL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 5 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl),Coral Gables, FLRanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl),Coral Gables, FL
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Larkin Community Hospital South Miami,South Miami, FL
Larkin Community Hospital South Miami,South Miami, FL
What is Dr. Lalama's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lalama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992773246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lalama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lalama
What is Dr. Hector Lalama's specialty?
Dr. Lalama is a Neurologist near Coral Gables, FL.
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. Hector Lalama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lalama is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl) 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
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Is Dr. Hector Lalama accepting new patients in Coral Gables, FL?
Yes, Dr. Hector Lalama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Lalama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lalama's office at (305) 448-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hector Lalama?
Please contact Dr. Lalama's office at (305) 448-9797 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lalama's office located?
Dr. Lalama's offices are located in Coral Gables, FL and South Miami, FL.
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