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Who is Dr. Ali, Epilepsy Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Irfan Ali, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ali is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ali’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ali’s office at (832) 822-1750.
What languages does Dr. Ali speak?
Dr. Ali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Ali typically treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Ali 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. Ali. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Recurrent seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Opioid-Induced Disorder
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid-related health problems
- Complications from opioid use
- Opioid-caused conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1129: Opioid dependence with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
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
What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Ali typically perform?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Irfan Ali may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Ali's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ali accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 822-1750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ali accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ali in Houston, TX 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
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ali's office located?
What is Dr. Ali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154592921.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ali
What is Dr. Irfan Ali's specialty?
Dr. Ali is a Epilepsy Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Is this Dr. Irfan Ali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ali is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital, Ochsner Abrom Kaplan 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 an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Irfan Ali accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Irfan Ali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irfan Ali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office at (832) 822-1750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irfan Ali?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office at (832) 822-1750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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