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Dr. Ivo Bekavac, MD, PHD

Waterloo, IA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bekavac, Neurologist in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Ivo Bekavac, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Bekavac completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurology. Dr. Bekavac is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekavac’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekavac’s office at (319) 833-5954.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bekavac?

    Dr. Ivo Bekavac, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bekavac empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Electrodiagnosis, Neurological Imaging, Neuromuscular Disorders, Vascular Neurology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Waterloo/IA community, Dr. Bekavac is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Bekavac go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurology

    • Medical School: University Of Zagreb Medical School

    Is Dr. Bekavac board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ivo Bekavac, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Bekavac speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bekavac treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Bekavac 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. Bekavac. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    What procedures does Dr. Bekavac perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Bekavac 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. Bekavac. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Bekavac accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bekavac accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 833-5954 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bekavac accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Bekavac in Waterloo, IA 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Bekavac's office located?

    Dr. Ivo Bekavac's Primary Practice

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 112

    Waterloo, IA 50701

    (319) 833-5954

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    Dr. Ivo Bekavac's Practice 2

    1600 1st St E

    Independence, IA 50644

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

    Dr. Bekavac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619920089.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekavac?

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

    What is Dr. Ivo Bekavac's specialty?

    Dr. Bekavac is a Neurologist near Waterloo, IA.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Ivo Bekavac affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bekavac is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Buchanan County Health Center, Floyd County Medical Center, Franklin General Hospital, Unitypoint Health - Allen Hospital, Grundy County Memorial Hospital, Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center. 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

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    Is Ivo Bekavac accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Ivo Bekavac is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ivo Bekavac offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bekavac's office at (319) 833-5954 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ivo Bekavac?

    Please contact Dr. Bekavac's office at (319) 833-5954 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ivo Bekavac have?

    Dr. Ivo Bekavac is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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