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Who is Dr. Besharat, Neurologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Amir Besharat, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Besharat is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Besharat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Besharat’s office at (206) 320-2300.
What languages does Dr. Besharat speak?
Dr. Besharat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Besharat typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Besharat 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. Besharat. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinsonism
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Besharat typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Besharat 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. Besharat. 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:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
- Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
- Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
- Botox for Trunk Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 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. Besharat accept my insurance?
Dr. Besharat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 320-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Besharat accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Besharat in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Besharat's office located?
Dr. Amir Besharat's Primary Practice
550 17th Ave Ste 540
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 320-2300
What is Dr. Besharat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Besharat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134532039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Besharat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Besharat
What is Dr. Amir Besharat's specialty?
Dr. Besharat is a Neurologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Amir Besharat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Besharat is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center 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 Amir Besharat accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Amir Besharat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Besharat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Besharat's office at (206) 320-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Besharat?
Please contact Dr. Besharat's office at (206) 320-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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