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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amjad, Neurologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Faria Amjad, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Amjad graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Amjad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amjad’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amjad’s office at (202) 444-8525.
Where did Dr. Amjad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amjad speak?
Dr. Amjad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Amjad treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Amjad 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. Amjad. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Complete Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
- Total lower body paralysis
- Complete paralysis of legs
- Full paraplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
- G8221: Paraplegia, complete
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Neuromyelitis Optica
- Autoimmune Disease
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Neuromyelitis optica
- NMO', 'Devic's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Acute Transverse Myelitis
- Neurologic Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- ATM
- Spinal cord inflammation
- Myelitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Amjad perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Faria Amjad 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. Amjad's office.
Does Dr. Amjad accept my insurance?
Dr. Amjad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amjad accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Amjad in Bethesda, MD 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
District of Columbia
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Amjad's office located?
Dr. Faria Amjad's Primary Practice
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600
Bethesda, MD 20817
(202) 444-8525
What is Dr. Amjad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amjad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518285204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amjad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amjad
What is Dr. Faria Amjad's specialty?
Dr. Amjad is a Neurologist near Bethesda, MD.
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.
Contact Dr. Amjad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Faria Amjad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amjad is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar St. Mary's 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
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Is Faria Amjad accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Faria Amjad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faria Amjad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amjad's office at (202) 444-8525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faria Amjad?
Please contact Dr. Amjad's office at (202) 444-8525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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