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Who is Dr. Sahgal, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Alok Sahgal is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sahgal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sahgal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sahgal’s office at (760) 323-6511.
What languages does Dr. Sahgal speak?
Dr. Sahgal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Sahgal typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Sahgal 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. Sahgal. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Toxic brain damage
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Sahgal typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alok Sahgal 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. Sahgal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sahgal accept my insurance?
Dr. Sahgal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sahgal accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Sahgal in Whittier, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sahgal's office located?
Dr. Alok Sahgal's Primary Practice
12401 Washington Blvd Ste 100
Whittier, CA 90602
(760) 323-6511
What is Dr. Sahgal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sahgal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154556256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahgal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sahgal
What is Dr. Alok Sahgal's specialty?
Dr. Sahgal is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Whittier, CA.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Alok Sahgal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sahgal is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alok Sahgal accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alok Sahgal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Sahgal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sahgal's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Sahgal?
Please contact Dr. Sahgal's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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