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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thirumalai, Pediatric Neurologist in Hazard, KY?
Dr. Shanti Thirumalai, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Hazard, KY. She has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Thirumalai graduated from Grant Government Medical College and completed her residency at University of California (San Diego) Program. Dr. Thirumalai is fluent in English, Dutch; Flemish, French, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thirumalai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thirumalai’s office at (318) 728-4181.
Where did Dr. Thirumalai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California (San Diego) Program
Medical School: Grant Med Coll, Univ of Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | Grant Government Medical College
What languages does Dr. Thirumalai speak?
Dr. Thirumalai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch; Flemish
English
French
Hindi
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Thirumalai typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Thirumalai 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. Thirumalai. 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:
- 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Thirumalai typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shanti Thirumalai 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. Thirumalai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thirumalai accept my insurance?
Dr. Thirumalai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 728-4181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thirumalai accept in Hazard, KY?
Dr. Thirumalai in Hazard, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Thirumalai's office located?
Dr. Shanti Thirumalai's Primary Practice
200 Medical Center Dr
Hazard, KY 41701
(318) 728-4181
What is Dr. Thirumalai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thirumalai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528155132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thirumalai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thirumalai
What is Dr. Shanti Thirumalai's specialty?
Dr. Thirumalai is a Pediatric Neurologist near Hazard, KY.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shanti Thirumalai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thirumalai is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shanti Thirumalai accepting new patients in Hazard, KY?
Yes, Dr. Shanti Thirumalai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanti Thirumalai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thirumalai's office at (318) 728-4181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanti Thirumalai?
Please contact Dr. Thirumalai's office at (318) 728-4181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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