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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afzal, Neurologist in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Umair Afzal, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL. Dr. Afzal is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afzal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afzal’s office at (501) 552-4677.
What languages does Dr. Afzal speak?
Dr. Afzal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Afzal typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Afzal 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. Afzal. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Afzal typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Umair Afzal 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. Afzal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afzal accept my insurance?
Dr. Afzal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 552-4677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afzal accept in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Afzal in Park Ridge, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Afzal's office located?
Dr. Umair Afzal's Primary Practice
1875 Dempster St Ste 625
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(501) 552-4677
What is Dr. Afzal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164786448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afzal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afzal
What is Dr. Umair Afzal's specialty?
Dr. Afzal is a Neurologist near Park Ridge, IL.
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. Umair Afzal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afzal is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General 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
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Is Umair Afzal accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?
Yes, Dr. Umair Afzal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umair Afzal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (501) 552-4677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umair Afzal?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (501) 552-4677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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