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Who is Dr. El-Abassi, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Rima El-Abassi, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. El-Abassi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Abassi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Abassi’s office at (504) 412-1517.
Is Dr. El-Abassi board certified in Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Rima El-Abassi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. El-Abassi speak?
Dr. El-Abassi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Abassi treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. El-Abassi 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. El-Abassi. 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:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle Wasting Disease
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7100: Muscular dystrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43111: Migraine with aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. El-Abassi perform as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rima El-Abassi 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. El-Abassi's office.
Does Dr. El-Abassi accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Abassi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 412-1517 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Abassi accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. El-Abassi in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Abassi's office located?
Dr. Rima El-Abassi's Primary Practice
2832 Burdette St
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 412-1517
What is Dr. El-Abassi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Abassi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417143330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Abassi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Abassi
What is Dr. Rima El-Abassi's specialty?
Dr. El-Abassi is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near New Orleans, LA. A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Contact Dr. El-Abassi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rima El-Abassi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El-Abassi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Orleans Va Medical Center, University Medical Center New Orleans. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
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Is Rima El-Abassi accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rima El-Abassi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rima El-Abassi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Abassi's office at (504) 412-1517 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rima El-Abassi?
Please contact Dr. El-Abassi's office at (504) 412-1517 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rima El-Abassi have?
Dr. Rima El-Abassi is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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