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Who is Dr. Perumal, Neurologist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Shankar Perumal, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Perumal graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Perumal is fluent in English and Sign Languages, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perumal’s office at (703) 396-5292.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Perumal?
Dr. Shankar Perumal, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Perumal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver/CO community, Dr. Perumal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Perumal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Perumal board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Perumal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Perumal speak?
Dr. Perumal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sign Languages
What conditions does Dr. Perumal treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Perumal 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. Perumal. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Neurological Disorder
- Neurologic Disease
- Nervous System Diseases
- Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs
Also known as:
- Post-Concussion Syndrome
- Concussion
- PCS
- Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
- Lingering concussion symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0781: Postconcussional syndrome
Also known as:
- Conversion Disorder with Seizures
- Mental Disorder
- Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures
- Stress-Induced Seizures
- Functional Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- F445: Conversion disorder with seizures or convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Perumal perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shankar Perumal 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. Perumal's office.
Does Dr. Perumal accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Perumal's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Perumal's office located?
What is Dr. Perumal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perumal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053574681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perumal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perumal
What is Dr. Shankar Perumal's specialty?
Dr. Perumal is a Neurologist near Denver, CO.
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. Perumal to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shankar Perumal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perumal is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian 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
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Is Shankar Perumal accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Perumal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shankar Perumal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perumal's office at (703) 396-5292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shankar Perumal?
Please contact Dr. Perumal's office at (703) 396-5292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shankar Perumal have?
Dr. Shankar Perumal is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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