Epilepsy Services

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Approximately 2,500,000 people in the United States have some form of epilepsy. In Texas it is estimated there are at least 193,000 people who have epilepsy with over 8,500 new cases diagnosed each year. Epilepsy is a chronic neurological condition characterized by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain manifested as two or more seizures. There are more than 29 different seizure disorders. Prompt detection and early medical intervention can greatly improve seizure control and the patient's quality of life.

Epilepsy Services of the Department of State Health Services provides comprehensive outpatient services (diagnostic, treatment and support services) to eligible persons who have been diagnosed with epilepsy and/or seizure-like symptoms through contracted providers in select service areas in the State of Texas.

Contact Information

Texas Department of State Health Services
Preventive and Primary Care Unit, MC 1923
1100 W. 49th Street
PO Box 149347
Austin, TX 78714-9347
Phone: (512) 458-7796
Fax: (512)-458-7203

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Last Updated March, 2009