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Dr. Alan Velander, MD

Neurocritical Care Specialist, Critical Care Internist, Neurologist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Velander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Velander typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain bleed
    • ICH
    • Bleeding in the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical

    What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Velander typically perform?

    As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Velander may include:

    Please contact Dr. Velander's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Velander accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Velander's office located?

    Dr. Alan Velander's Primary Practice

    2832 Burdette St

    New Orleans, LA 70125

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    Dr. Alan Velander's Practice 2

    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

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    What hospitals are Dr. Velander affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Velander has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA

    What is Dr. Velander's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Alan Velander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velander is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Alan Velander?

    Please contact Dr. Velander's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Velander's office located?

    Dr. Velander's offices are located in New Orleans, LA and Marrero, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Velander have?

    Dr. Alan Velander is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.