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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nikhar, Neurologist in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nikhar graduated from Armed Forces Medical College and completed his residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Nikhar is fluent in English, Burmese, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nikhar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nikhar’s office at (301) 260-7600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nikhar?
Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nikhar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dystonia, Neuromuscular Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lanham, MD community, Dr. Nikhar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nikhar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Armed Forces Medical College
What languages does Dr. Nikhar speak?
Dr. Nikhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Burmese
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Nikhar typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Nikhar 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. Nikhar. 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:
- Migraine
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage without Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Nikhar typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Nikhar 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. Nikhar. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Nikhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nikhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 260-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nikhar accept in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Nikhar in Lanham, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nikhar's office located?
Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar's Primary Practice
9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 260-7600
What is Dr. Nikhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nikhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366537938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nikhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nikhar
What is Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar's specialty?
Dr. Nikhar is a Neurologist near Lanham, MD.
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. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nikhar is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery 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 Nirjaleshwar Nikhar accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?
Yes, Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirjaleshwar Nikhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nikhar's office at (301) 260-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirjaleshwar Nikhar?
Please contact Dr. Nikhar's office at (301) 260-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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