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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarakad, Neurologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Arjun Tarakad is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tarakad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarakad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarakad’s office.
Where did Dr. Tarakad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Tarakad speak?
Dr. Tarakad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tarakad treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Tarakad 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. Tarakad. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Left Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Left Facial Twitch
- Left Facial Muscle Spasm
- Left Side Facial Tic
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Which procedures does Dr. Tarakad perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Arjun Tarakad 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. Tarakad's office.
Does Dr. Tarakad accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarakad 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. Tarakad accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Tarakad in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tarakad's office located?
Dr. Arjun Tarakad's Practice 3
6501 Fannin St Ste NB-302
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-6151
What is Dr. Tarakad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarakad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962793661.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarakad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarakad
What is Dr. Arjun Tarakad's specialty?
Dr. Tarakad is a Neurologist near Houston, TX.
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. Tarakad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Arjun Tarakad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarakad is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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
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Is Arjun Tarakad accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Arjun Tarakad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arjun Tarakad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarakad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arjun Tarakad?
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