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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alam, Neurologist in Riverhead, NY?
Dr. Shazia Alam, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Riverhead, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (516) 324-7500.
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alam treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Alam perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shazia Alam 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. Alam's office.
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 324-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Riverhead, NY?
Dr. Alam in Riverhead, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265691182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Shazia Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam is a Neurologist near Riverhead, NY.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Alam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shazia Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Shazia Alam accepting new patients in Riverhead, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shazia Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shazia Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (516) 324-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shazia Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (516) 324-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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