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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asghar, Pediatric Neurologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Sheila Asghar, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Asghar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asghar’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asghar’s office at (318) 626-0000.
Where did Dr. Asghar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Punjab Med Col
What languages does Dr. Asghar speak?
Dr. Asghar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Asghar treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Asghar 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. Asghar. 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:
- Seizures
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F801: Expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Which procedures does Dr. Asghar perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sheila Asghar 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. Asghar's office.
Does Dr. Asghar accept my insurance?
Dr. Asghar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asghar accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Asghar in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asghar's office located?
What is Dr. Asghar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asghar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508064445.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asghar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asghar
What is Dr. Sheila Asghar's specialty?
Dr. Asghar is a Pediatric Neurologist near Shreveport, LA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Asghar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheila Asghar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asghar is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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 Sheila Asghar accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Asghar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheila Asghar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office at (318) 626-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheila Asghar?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office at (318) 626-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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