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Dr. Meena Kannan, MD

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kannan, Neurologist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Meena Kannan, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Kannan graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Kannan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kannan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kannan’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kannan?

    Dr. Meena Kannan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kannan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, Neuro-Immunology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville, VA community, Dr. Kannan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Kannan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kannan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Kannan typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Kannan 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. Kannan. 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 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Migraine
    • Migraine headache
    • Severe headache
    • Vascular headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Kannan typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Kannan 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. Kannan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    Does Dr. Kannan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kannan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kannan accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Kannan in Charlottesville, VA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kannan's office located?

    Dr. Meena Kannan's Primary Practice

    1221 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

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

    Dr. Kannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841589249.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kannan?

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

    What is Dr. Meena Kannan's specialty?

    Dr. Kannan is a Neurologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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. Meena Kannan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kannan is affiliated with Uva University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Meena Kannan accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Meena Kannan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Meena Kannan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kannan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Meena Kannan?

    Please contact Dr. Kannan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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