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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Syed Ahmed, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (301) 339-8027.
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Ahmed performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ahmed. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 339-8027 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Ahmed in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Syed Ahmed's Primary Practice
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 339-8027
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144434887.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Syed Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Bethesda, MD.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist do?
A psychiatrist or neurologist practicing Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists care for patients of all ages and adopt multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. They manage a wide range of conditions, including sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Syed Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Frederick Health Hospital, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital 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
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Syed Ahmed accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (301) 339-8027 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (301) 339-8027 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Ahmed have?
Dr. Syed Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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