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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vakili, Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shahla Vakili, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Vakili is fluent in English, French, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakili’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakili’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vakili speak?
Dr. Vakili and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vakili treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Vakili 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. Vakili. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Vakili perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shahla Vakili 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. Vakili's office.
Does Dr. Vakili accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakili 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. Vakili accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Vakili in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Vakili's office located?
What is Dr. Vakili's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakili's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942377742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakili?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakili
What is Dr. Shahla Vakili's specialty?
Dr. Vakili is a Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Vakili to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shahla Vakili affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vakili is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lower Bucks 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
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Is Shahla Vakili accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shahla Vakili is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahla Vakili offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakili's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahla Vakili?
Please contact Dr. Vakili's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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