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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ganeshalingam, Neurologist in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in West Islip, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ganeshalingam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganeshalingam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganeshalingam’s office at (516) 487-4464.
What languages does Dr. Ganeshalingam speak?
Dr. Ganeshalingam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ganeshalingam typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ganeshalingam 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. Ganeshalingam. 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.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ganeshalingam typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam 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. Ganeshalingam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ganeshalingam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ganeshalingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 487-4464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ganeshalingam accept in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Ganeshalingam in West Islip, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ganeshalingam's office located?
Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam's Primary Practice
1000 Montauk Hwy
West Islip, NY 11795
(516) 487-4464
What is Dr. Ganeshalingam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ganeshalingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972862803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganeshalingam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ganeshalingam
What is Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam's specialty?
Dr. Ganeshalingam is a Neurologist near West Islip, NY.
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. Nimalya Ganeshalingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ganeshalingam is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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
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Is Nimalya Ganeshalingam accepting new patients in West Islip, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nimalya Ganeshalingam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ganeshalingam's office at (516) 487-4464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nimalya Ganeshalingam?
Please contact Dr. Ganeshalingam's office at (516) 487-4464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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