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Who is Dr. Shikhman, Neurocritical Care Specialist in Claymont, DE?
Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in Claymont, DE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shikhman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shikhman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shikhman’s office at (305) 243-2742.
What languages does Dr. Shikhman speak?
Dr. Shikhman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Shikhman typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Shikhman 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. Shikhman. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I636: Cerebral infarction due to cerebral venous thrombosis, nonpyogenic
- I6330: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of unspecified cerebral artery
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Shikhman typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman 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. Shikhman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shikhman accept my insurance?
Dr. Shikhman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2742 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shikhman accept in Claymont, DE?
Dr. Shikhman in Claymont, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shikhman's office located?
Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman's Primary Practice
2093 Philadelphia Pike Ste 5060
Claymont, DE 19703
(305) 243-2742
What is Dr. Shikhman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shikhman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578988390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shikhman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shikhman
What is Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman's specialty?
Dr. Shikhman is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near Claymont, DE.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shikhman is affiliated with Regional Hospital Of Scranton, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, Caromont Regional Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Detar Hospital Navarro 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aleksandr Shikhman accepting new patients in Claymont, DE?
Yes, Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleksandr Shikhman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shikhman's office at (305) 243-2742 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleksandr Shikhman?
Please contact Dr. Shikhman's office at (305) 243-2742 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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