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Who is Dr. Sheikh, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Huma Sheikh, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (212) 844-8888.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sheikh?
Dr. Huma Sheikh, 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. Sheikh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, Migraine, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Sheikh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Sheikh board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Huma Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?
Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Sheikh treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Blood Clot in Brain
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63312: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
- I6349: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of other cerebral artery
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43711: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Which procedures does Dr. Sheikh perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Huma Sheikh 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. Sheikh's office.
Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 844-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Sheikh in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
What is Dr. Sheikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730476680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh
What is Dr. Huma Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
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. Sheikh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Huma Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
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Is Huma Sheikh accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Huma Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Huma Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (212) 844-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Huma Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (212) 844-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Huma Sheikh have?
Dr. Huma Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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