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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherwood, Neurologist in Alton, IL?
Dr. Karna Sherwood, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL. Dr. Sherwood graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Sherwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherwood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherwood’s office.
Where did Dr. Sherwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sherwood speak?
Dr. Sherwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Sherwood typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sherwood 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. Sherwood. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Sherwood typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sherwood performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sherwood. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Does Dr. Sherwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherwood 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. Sherwood accept in Alton, IL?
Dr. Sherwood in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sherwood's office located?
What is Dr. Sherwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619105293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherwood
What is Dr. Karna Sherwood's specialty?
Dr. Sherwood is a Neurologist near Alton, 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. Karna Sherwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherwood is affiliated with Anderson 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 Karna Sherwood accepting new patients in Alton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Karna Sherwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karna Sherwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherwood's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karna Sherwood?
Please contact Dr. Sherwood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2 Saint Anthonys Way Ste 305
Alton, IL 62002