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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Malka, Neurologist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Robert Malka, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Malka is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malka’s office at (865) 331-4321.
What languages does Dr. Malka speak?
Dr. Malka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Malka typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Malka 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. Malka. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Malka typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Malka 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. Malka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Malka accept my insurance?
Dr. Malka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 331-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malka accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Malka in Knoxville, TN 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Malka's office located?
Dr. Robert Malka's Primary Practice
501 20th St Ste 503
Knoxville, TN 37916
(865) 331-4321
What is Dr. Malka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174785513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malka
What is Dr. Robert Malka's specialty?
Dr. Malka is a Neurologist near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Malka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malka is affiliated with Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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 Robert Malka accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Malka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Malka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malka's office at (865) 331-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Malka?
Please contact Dr. Malka's office at (865) 331-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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