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Who is Dr. Qasim, Neurologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Muhammad Qasim is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Qasim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qasim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qasim’s office at (832) 355-1000.
What languages does Dr. Qasim speak?
Dr. Qasim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Qasim typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Qasim 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. Qasim. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Qasim typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Qasim 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. Qasim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Qasim accept my insurance?
Dr. Qasim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 355-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Qasim accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Qasim in Shreveport, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Qasim's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Qasim's Primary Practice
1202 Louisiana Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
(832) 355-1000
Dr. Muhammad Qasim's Practice 2
1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 120
Shreveport, LA 71105
What is Dr. Qasim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Qasim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871090936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qasim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Qasim
What is Dr. Muhammad Qasim's specialty?
Dr. Qasim is a Neurologist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Muhammad Qasim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Qasim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton Bossier, Willis - Knighton Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic 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 Muhammad Qasim accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Qasim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Qasim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Qasim's office at (832) 355-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Qasim?
Please contact Dr. Qasim's office at (832) 355-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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