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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Rauf, Neurologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shaista Rauf, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Rauf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rauf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rauf’s office at (916) 973-5000.
Where did Dr. Rauf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Karachi / Sind Medical College
Is Dr. Rauf board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Shaista Rauf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Rauf speak?
Dr. Rauf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Rauf typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Rauf 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. Rauf. 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:
- 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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Rauf typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaista Rauf 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. Rauf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rauf accept my insurance?
Dr. Rauf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rauf accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Rauf in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Rauf's office located?
What is Dr. Rauf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rauf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336227073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rauf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rauf
What is Dr. Shaista Rauf's specialty?
Dr. Rauf is a Neurologist near Sacramento, CA.
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. Shaista Rauf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rauf is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shaista Rauf accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shaista Rauf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaista Rauf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rauf's office at (916) 973-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaista Rauf?
Please contact Dr. Rauf's office at (916) 973-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shaista Rauf have?
Dr. Shaista Rauf is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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