18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thakur, Neurosurgeon in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Nicklesh Thakur, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Thakur graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Thakur is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakur’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakur’s office at (916) 454-6850.
Where did Dr. Thakur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals | Houston Med. School
Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Thakur board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicklesh Thakur, DO is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Thakur speak?
Dr. Thakur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Thakur typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thakur 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. Thakur. 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
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Thakur typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thakur 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. Thakur. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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:
- Underarm Sweat Gland Nerve Treatment
- Axillary Chemodenervation
- Botox for Underarm Sweating
- Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweating
CPT Codes:
- 64650: Chemodenervation of eccrine glands; both axillae
Does Dr. Thakur accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakur accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Thakur in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thakur's office located?
Dr. Nicklesh Thakur's Primary Practice
2800 L St Ste 500
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 454-6850
Recognitions
Awards
Sacramento Super Doctors
What is Dr. Thakur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801917554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakur
What is Dr. Nicklesh Thakur's specialty?
Dr. Thakur is a Neurosurgeon near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Nicklesh Thakur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thakur is affiliated with Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Marshall Hospital, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 Nicklesh Thakur accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicklesh Thakur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicklesh Thakur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakur's office at (916) 454-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicklesh Thakur?
Please contact Dr. Thakur's office at (916) 454-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicklesh Thakur have?
Dr. Nicklesh Thakur is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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