Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prakash, Neurologist in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Neal Prakash, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Prakash graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin, Hawaii Neurological Society, Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics, and Society for Neuro-Oncology. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English, Samoan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (626) 359-8111.
Where did Dr. Prakash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Prakash board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Neal Prakash, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Samoan
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prakash treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G248: Other dystonia
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Drug Reactions
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Charley Horse
- Leg Cramps
ICD-10 Codes:
- R252: Cramp and spasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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
Which procedures does Dr. Prakash perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neal Prakash 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. Prakash's office.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 359-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Prakash in South Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amcare Co
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
Dr. Neal Prakash's Primary Practice
209 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 359-8111
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Neurology
Member
American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin
Member
Hawaii Neurological Society
Member
Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics
Member
Society for Neuro-Oncology
Member
Awards
Super Doctors, Southern California Rising Stars Neurology
Pasadena Magazine's
Top Doctors, Neurology
Leading Health Professionals in the World
Neurology and Neurosciences
American Association of the Physicians of Indian Origin, Medical Stud
UCLA Neurology Resident Jean-Louis Riel Research Award1999
University of California Irvine Vincent P. Carroll Jr. Memorial Resear
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568480838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Neal Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Neurologist near South Pasadena, CA.
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. Prakash to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Neal Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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 Neal Prakash accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Neal Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neal Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (626) 359-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neal Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (626) 359-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neal Prakash have?
Dr. Neal Prakash is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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