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Dr. Bakri Elsheikh, MD
Columbus, OH
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elsheikh, Neurologist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Bakri Elsheikh, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Elsheikh graduated from University of Khartoum, Fac of Medicine. Dr. Elsheikh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elsheikh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elsheikh’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Elsheikh?
Dr. Bakri Elsheikh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Elsheikh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Neurophysiology, Muscular Dystrophy, Neuromuscular Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus/OH community, Dr. Elsheikh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Elsheikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Khartoum, Faculty of Medicine,Khartoum, Sudan | University of Khartoum, Fac of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elsheikh speak?
Dr. Elsheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Elsheikh treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Elsheikh 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. Elsheikh. 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:
- Skin Numbness
- Right Median Nerve Damage
- Bilateral Median Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
- Right Median Nerve Injury
- Right Median Neuropathy
- Right Arm Nerve Damage
- Median Nerve Injury in Both Arms
- Bilateral Median Neuropathy
- Both Arm Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
- G5611: Other lesions of median nerve, right upper limb
- G5613: Other lesions of median nerve, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy
- DM', 'Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
- LGMD
- Limb Girdle MD
- Proximal Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
- G71039: Limb girdle muscular dystrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Congenital Myopathy
- Genetic Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Birth muscle disorder
- Genetic muscle weakness
- Childhood myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7129: Other congenital myopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Elsheikh perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bakri Elsheikh 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. Elsheikh's office.
Does Dr. Elsheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Elsheikh 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. Elsheikh accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Elsheikh in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elsheikh's office located?
What is Dr. Elsheikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elsheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275617532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elsheikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elsheikh
What is Dr. Bakri Elsheikh's specialty?
Dr. Elsheikh is a Neurologist near Columbus, OH.
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. Elsheikh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bakri Elsheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elsheikh is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner 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 Bakri Elsheikh accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Bakri Elsheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bakri Elsheikh offer online booking?
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