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Who is Dr. Ankar, Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alexander Ankar, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ankar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ankar’s office at (713) 798-4780.
What languages does Dr. Ankar speak?
Dr. Ankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ankar treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Ankar 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. Ankar. 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:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Ankar perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Ankar 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. Ankar's office.
Does Dr. Ankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-4780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ankar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ankar in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Ankar's office located?
Dr. Alexander Ankar's Primary Practice
1 Baylor Plz # 320
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-4780
What is Dr. Ankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679070650.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ankar
What is Dr. Alexander Ankar's specialty?
Dr. Ankar is a Pediatric Neurologist near Houston, TX. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Ankar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Ankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ankar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alexander Ankar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Ankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ankar's office at (713) 798-4780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Ankar?
Please contact Dr. Ankar's office at (713) 798-4780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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