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Who is Dr. Haghighat, Pediatric Neurologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Zahra Haghighat, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Haghighat graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Kentucky. Dr. Haghighat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Haghighat’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Haghighat’s office at (859) 323-5661.
Where did Dr. Haghighat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Kentucky
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine | Islamic Azad University
What languages does Dr. Haghighat speak?
Dr. Haghighat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Haghighat treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Haghighat 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. Haghighat. 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:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal seizures
- Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40419: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Haghighat perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Zahra Haghighat 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. Haghighat's office.
Does Dr. Haghighat accept my insurance?
Dr. Haghighat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-5661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Haghighat accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Haghighat in Lexington, KY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Haghighat's office located?
What is Dr. Haghighat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Haghighat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578822854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Haghighat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Haghighat
What is Dr. Zahra Haghighat's specialty?
Dr. Haghighat is a Pediatric Neurologist near Lexington, KY. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Haghighat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zahra Haghighat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Haghighat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uk Albert B. Chandler Hospital - Pavilion H. 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 Zahra Haghighat accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Zahra Haghighat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zahra Haghighat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Haghighat's office at (859) 323-5661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zahra Haghighat?
Please contact Dr. Haghighat's office at (859) 323-5661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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