26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murugappan, Neurologist in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Dr. Alamelu Murugappan, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wesley Chapel, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Murugappan graduated from Thanjavur Med College India and completed her residency at Wayne St U/Detroit Med Center. Dr. Murugappan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murugappan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murugappan’s office at (528) 065-8483.
Where did Dr. Murugappan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St U/Detroit Med Center | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University,Thanjavur, India | Thanjavur Med College India | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Than Javur Med College
Is Dr. Murugappan board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Alamelu Murugappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Murugappan speak?
Dr. Murugappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Murugappan treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Murugappan 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. Murugappan. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Murugappan perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alamelu Murugappan 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. Murugappan's office.
Does Dr. Murugappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Murugappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (528) 065-8483 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murugappan accept in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Dr. Murugappan in Wesley Chapel, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Murugappan's office located?
Dr. Alamelu Murugappan's Primary Practice
2649 Windguard Cir Ste 101
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
(528) 065-8483
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Attentiveness
95% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Alamelu Murugappan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Murugappan has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Murugappan, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Murugappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murugappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033219100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murugappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murugappan
What is Dr. Alamelu Murugappan's specialty?
Dr. Murugappan is a Neurologist near Wesley Chapel, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Murugappan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alamelu Murugappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murugappan is affiliated with AdventHealth Ocala, AdventHealth Tampa 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
Explore Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Alamelu Murugappan accepting new patients in Wesley Chapel, FL?
No, Dr. Alamelu Murugappan is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alamelu Murugappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murugappan's office at (528) 065-8483 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alamelu Murugappan?
Please contact Dr. Murugappan's office at (528) 065-8483 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alamelu Murugappan have?
Dr. Alamelu Murugappan is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Other Neurologist Near Wesley Chapel, FL
MM
Neurologist
Accepting patients
Book OnlineDr. Mark Magharious, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wesley Chapel, FL with 2 additional practice locations.
Wesley Chapel, FL
BOOK APPOINTMENTAE
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Amr El Maghraby, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wesley Chapel, FL with 2 additional practice locations.
Wesley Chapel, FL
CV
Neurologist
Accepting patientsDr. Carlos Villar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wesley Chapel, FL with 2 additional practice locations.
Wesley Chapel, FL