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Who is Dr. Alaani, Neurologist in Ottumwa, IA?
Dr. Ziad Alaani, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Ottumwa, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alaani is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alaani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alaani’s office at (218) 786-8364.
Is Dr. Alaani board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Ziad Alaani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Alaani speak?
Dr. Alaani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Alaani typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Alaani 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. Alaani. 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Toxic brain damage
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Alaani typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ziad Alaani 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. Alaani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alaani accept my insurance?
Dr. Alaani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-8364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alaani accept in Ottumwa, IA?
Dr. Alaani in Ottumwa, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Longevity Health Founders
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Alaani's office located?
Dr. Ziad Alaani's Primary Practice
1001 Pennsylvania Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(218) 786-8364
What is Dr. Alaani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alaani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730398959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alaani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alaani
What is Dr. Ziad Alaani's specialty?
Dr. Alaani is a Neurologist near Ottumwa, IA.
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. Ziad Alaani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alaani is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Olympia Fields Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Ziad Alaani accepting new patients in Ottumwa, IA?
Yes, Dr. Ziad Alaani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ziad Alaani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alaani's office at (218) 786-8364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ziad Alaani?
Please contact Dr. Alaani's office at (218) 786-8364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ziad Alaani have?
Dr. Ziad Alaani is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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