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Dr. Sara Dehbashi, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dehbashi, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sara Dehbashi, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dehbashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dehbashi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dehbashi’s office at (215) 955-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Dehbashi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Dehbashi typically treat?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Dehbashi 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. Dehbashi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Multiple Nerve Disorder
    • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Hereditary sensory neuropathy type IA
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Nerve Damage
    • Generalized Neuropathy
    • CIDP
    • Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
    • Demyelinating Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
    • G608: Other hereditary and idiopathic neuropathies
    • G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
    • G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • MG without Flare-up
    • Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
    • Chronic MG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Dehbashi typically perform?

    As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Dehbashi 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. Dehbashi. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy
    • Multiple Punch Biopsies
    • Second Skin Biopsy
    • Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
    • 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Dehbashi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dehbashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dehbashi accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Dehbashi in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dehbashi's office located?

    Dr. Sara Dehbashi's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (215) 955-1234

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    Dr. Sara Dehbashi's Practice 2

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

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

    Dr. Dehbashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265852206.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dehbashi?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Dehbashi's specialty?

    Dr. Dehbashi is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?

    A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome.

    Is this Dr. Sara Dehbashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dehbashi is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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 Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - 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 Sara Dehbashi accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Dehbashi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Dehbashi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dehbashi's office at (215) 955-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Dehbashi?

    Please contact Dr. Dehbashi's office at (215) 955-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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