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Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf, MD

Neurologist, Clinical Neurophysiologist

Springfield, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alsawaf, Neurologist in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL. Dr. Alsawaf graduated from University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Kentucky. Dr. Alsawaf is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsawaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsawaf’s office.

    Where did Dr. Alsawaf go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alsawaf speak?

    Dr. Alsawaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Alsawaf typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Alsawaf 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. Alsawaf. 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:

    • Epilepsy
    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Alsawaf typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alsawaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alsawaf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alsawaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alsawaf accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Alsawaf in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alsawaf's office located?

    Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf's Primary Practice

    751 N Rutledge St

    Springfield, IL 62702

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    What is Dr. Alsawaf's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alsawaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023376951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsawaf?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsawaf

    What is Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf's specialty?

    Dr. Alsawaf is a Neurologist near Springfield, 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 Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alsawaf is affiliated with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Advocate Sherman Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alsawaf's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Abdullah Alsawaf?

    Please contact Dr. Alsawaf's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alsawaf's office located?

    Dr. Alsawaf's office is located in Springfield, IL.