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Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc is a neurologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, WashU Medicine, St. Louis Children's Hospital, BJC HealthCare, Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL), Barnes-Jewish Hospital and SSM SELECT REHAB ST LOUIS LLC.
4921 Parkview Place Suite 6c
Saint Louis, MO 63110
517 S. Euclid Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a procedure performed to help treat neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. Electrode leads are surgically implanted in the brain and connected to a device, called a neurostimulator (deep brain stimulator), that is placed underneath the skin (subcutaneously). The deep brain stimulator can send electrical signals through the electrodes to the brain to restore normal rhythms, or it can block electrical signals in specific areas of the brain to restore functioning. Although not a cure, DBS can treat symptoms of movement disorders such as pain and tremor when medication fails to work.
DBS surgery may be completed in one operating session, but it is more commonly performed in two parts. In the first stage of the procedure, the surgeon will map targets in the brain using CT or MRI imaging to determine where to place the electrodes. Then, by drilling holes into the skull, the surgeon will place the electrodes into specific areas in the brain. The holes will be closed, and patients will require 1-2 days to recover in the hospital. After about two weeks, patients will undergo another surgery to have the deep brain stimulator implanted. The stimulator is usually placed under the skin around the collarbone, chest, or abdomen, and it will be connected to the DBS electrodes through a subcutaneous wire. No component of the DBS system will be visible from outside. Following stimulator implantation, patients may need to recover in the hospital for 1-2 days.
Within 2-4 weeks of the operation, doctors will program the stimulator using a wireless device. Patients will work with their doctor to determine the most effective settings for the stimulator during follow-up visits. Patients will be given a handheld device so that they can turn the stimulator on or off and adjust its settings themselves. The stimulator may have a rechargeable battery, in which case patients will be given a charging unit. Stimulator batteries generally need to be replaced in 3-5 years.
He completed residency at University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and has a state license in Missouri.
Residency: University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna US Access, Aetna National Advantage Program, Aetna Elect Choice, Aetna Open Choice PPO, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna, MHBP, Aetna Choice POS II, Humana, Aetna Select, Aetna Elect Choice EPO, Coventry, Cigna, Blue California, Aetna Open Access PPO, Aetna Medicare HMO and Aetna Medicare PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis, MO.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Daniel Luca, MD, MSc. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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VNS Therapy $43 |
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LEMTRADA $17 |
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Dr. Daniel Luca is a specialist in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He works in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Luca's average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Luca include hemifacial spasm, multiple system atrophy (MSA), and salivary gland problems. He appears to be in-network for Aetna EPO, Blue California, Coventry, and more. Dr. Luca's residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of Miami. Dr. Luca (or staff) speaks Spanish and Portuguese. He is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and WashU Medicine. According to BJC HealthCare, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in St. Louis, MO.
