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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaikh, Neurologist in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Zakir Shaikh, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Middletown, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (860) 358-4821.
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Shaikh typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Shaikh typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zakir Shaikh 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. Shaikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 358-4821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Shaikh in Middletown, CT 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
Dr. Zakir Shaikh's Primary Practice
80 S Main St Ste 101
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 358-4821
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639735566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Zakir Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Neurologist near Middletown, CT.
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. Zakir Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Middlesex Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 Zakir Shaikh accepting new patients in Middletown, CT?
Yes, Dr. Zakir Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zakir Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (860) 358-4821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zakir Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (860) 358-4821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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