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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. 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
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
- G35D: Multiple sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Complete Paraplegia
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
- Total lower body paralysis
- Complete paralysis of legs
- Full paraplegia
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
- G8221: Paraplegia, complete
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Use of Assistive Devices
- Assistive Devices
- Medical Support Devices
- Adaptive Equipment
- Mobility Aids
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z978: Presence of other specified devices
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Unspecified White Matter Disease
- White matter changes in brain
- Brain white matter abnormality
- Leukoencephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9082: White matter disease, unspecified
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:
- Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CNS Demyelination
- Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
- Myelin Loss Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
- Unusual Head Imaging
- Atypical Skull Scan
- Abnormal Brain Scan (general)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified
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
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis Affecting Other Body Parts
- Sarcoidosis
- Extrapulmonary Sarcoidosis
- Systemic Sarcoidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8689: Sarcoidosis of other sites
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
What procedures does Dr. Amjad perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Amjad 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. 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:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Indiana
State of Tennessee
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
Dr. Faria Amjad's Practice 3
3800 Reservoir Rd NW # 7
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-7078
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 Washington Hospital Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Harbor Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Inova Fair Oaks 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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