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Dr. Hakam Asaad, MD

Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Neurologist

Omaha, NE

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Asaad, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Hakam Asaad, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Asaad is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asaad’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asaad’s office at (402) 393-2023.

    Is Dr. Asaad board certified as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hakam Asaad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Asaad speak?

    Dr. Asaad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Asaad typically treat?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Asaad 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. Asaad. 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:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    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:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    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

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Asaad typically perform?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Asaad 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. Asaad. 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:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
    • Trigeminal Nerve Injection
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Ophthalmic Nerve Block
    • Maxillary Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)

    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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Multiple Punch Biopsies
    • Second Skin Biopsy
    • Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Does Dr. Asaad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asaad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 393-2023 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Asaad accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Asaad in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Asaad's office located?

    Dr. Hakam Asaad's Primary Practice

    10020 Nicholas St Ste 202

    Omaha, NE 68114

    (402) 393-2023

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    Faith Regional Health Services

    2700 W Norfolk Ave

    Norfolk, NE 68701

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    What is Dr. Asaad's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Asaad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871603241.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asaad?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asaad

    What is Dr. Hakam Asaad's specialty?

    Dr. Asaad is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Omaha, NE.

    What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Hakam Asaad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Asaad is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Methodist Hospital For Surgery, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth 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 Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hakam Asaad accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Hakam Asaad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hakam Asaad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Asaad's office at (402) 393-2023 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hakam Asaad?

    Please contact Dr. Asaad's office at (402) 393-2023 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Asaad's office located?

    Dr. Asaad's offices are located in Omaha, NE and Norfolk, NE.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hakam Asaad have?

    Dr. Hakam Asaad is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.