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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mohan Rao, Neurologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mohan Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mohan Rao’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. Mohan Rao’s office at (504) 894-2700.
What languages does Dr. Mohan Rao speak?
Dr. Mohan Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mohan Rao treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Mohan Rao 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. Mohan Rao. 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:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- 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:
- Myotonic Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myotonic dystrophy
- DM', 'Steinert's Disease
- Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mohan Rao perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao 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. Mohan Rao's office.
Does Dr. Mohan Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Mohan Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 894-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mohan Rao accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Mohan Rao in New Orleans, LA 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)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mohan Rao's office located?
Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao's Primary Practice
2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 810
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 894-2700
What is Dr. Mohan Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mohan Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750638508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mohan Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mohan Rao
What is Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao's specialty?
Dr. Mohan Rao is a Neurologist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Mohan Rao to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mohan Rao is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, 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 Pooja Mohan Rao accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Mohan Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mohan Rao's office at (504) 894-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Mohan Rao?
Please contact Dr. Mohan Rao's office at (504) 894-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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