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Dr. Alan Velander, MD
New Orleans, LA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Velander, Neurocritical Care Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Alan Velander, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Velander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velander’s office.
Is Dr. Velander board certified in Neurocritical Care Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Velander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Velander speak?
Dr. Velander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velander treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Velander 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. Velander. 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.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Which procedures does Dr. Velander perform as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alan Velander 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velander's office.
Does Dr. Velander accept my insurance?
Dr. Velander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velander accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Velander in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velander's office located?
What is Dr. Velander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528225984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velander
What is Dr. Alan Velander's specialty?
Dr. Velander is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near New Orleans, LA. Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed. Contact Dr. Velander to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Velander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Velander is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Neurocritical Care Specialist?
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Is Alan Velander accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Velander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Velander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velander's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Velander?
Please contact Dr. Velander's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Velander have?
Dr. Alan Velander is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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