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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mehendale, Neurologist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Rachel Mehendale, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mehendale is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehendale’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehendale’s office at (254) 724-2111.
What languages does Dr. Mehendale speak?
Dr. Mehendale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Mehendale typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Mehendale 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. Mehendale. 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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Mehendale typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Mehendale 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. Mehendale's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mehendale accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehendale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehendale accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Mehendale in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mehendale's office located?
What is Dr. Mehendale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehendale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235558842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehendale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehendale
What is Dr. Rachel Mehendale's specialty?
Dr. Mehendale is a Neurologist near Temple, TX.
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. Rachel Mehendale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehendale is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Memorial 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Rachel Mehendale accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Mehendale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Mehendale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehendale's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Mehendale?
Please contact Dr. Mehendale's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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