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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovi, Neurologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kovi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovi’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kovi speak?
Dr. Kovi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kovi treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Kovi 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. Kovi. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kovi perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi 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. Kovi's office.
Does Dr. Kovi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovi accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Kovi in Des Moines, 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)
Medica
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Kovi's office located?
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi's Practice 2
Geisinger Medical Center 100 North Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822
What is Dr. Kovi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821483843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovi
What is Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi's specialty?
Dr. Kovi is a Neurologist near Des Moines, 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.
Contact Dr. Kovi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovi is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Shivakrishna Kovi accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shivakrishna Kovi?
Please contact Dr. Kovi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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