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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sikand, Neurologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Gurleen Sikand, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Sikand graduated from University of Manitoba College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology. Dr. Sikand is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sikand’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sikand’s office at (318) 212-8675.
Where did Dr. Sikand go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology | Baylor College Of Medicine Houston | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada | University of Manitoba Fac of Medicine | University of Manitoba College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sikand speak?
Dr. Sikand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Sikand typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Sikand 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. Sikand. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
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. Sikand typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gurleen Sikand 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. Sikand's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sikand accept my insurance?
Dr. Sikand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-8675 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sikand accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Sikand in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sikand's office located?
Dr. Gurleen Sikand's Primary Practice
2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 240
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 212-8675
What is Dr. Sikand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sikand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396876801.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sikand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sikand
What is Dr. Gurleen Sikand's specialty?
Dr. Sikand is a Neurologist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Gurleen Sikand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sikand is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gurleen Sikand accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gurleen Sikand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gurleen Sikand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sikand's office at (318) 212-8675 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gurleen Sikand?
Please contact Dr. Sikand's office at (318) 212-8675 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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