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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amjad, Neurologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Fahd Amjad, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Amjad graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Neurology. Dr. Amjad is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amjad’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amjad’s office at (202) 444-3065.
Where did Dr. Amjad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Neurology
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amjad speak?
Dr. Amjad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does Dr. Amjad treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Amjad 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. Amjad. 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 without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinsonism
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Huntington's Disease
- Huntington Chorea
- HD
- Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G10: Huntington's disease
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Which procedures does Dr. Amjad perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fahd Amjad 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. Amjad's office.
Does Dr. Amjad accept my insurance?
Dr. Amjad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-3065 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amjad accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Amjad in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Amjad's office located?
Dr. Fahd Amjad's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-3065
What is Dr. Amjad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amjad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477703312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amjad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amjad
What is Dr. Fahd Amjad's specialty?
Dr. Amjad is a Neurologist near Washington, DC.
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. Amjad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fahd Amjad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amjad is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery 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 Fahd Amjad accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Fahd Amjad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fahd Amjad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amjad's office at (202) 444-3065 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fahd Amjad?
Please contact Dr. Amjad's office at (202) 444-3065 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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