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Dr. Umar Alam, MD, DO

Neurologist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alam, Neurologist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Umar Alam, MD, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (804) 452-4546.

    What languages does Dr. Alam speak?

    Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Alam typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    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

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Alam typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Umar Alam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 452-4546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Alam in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

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    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    Dr. Umar Alam's Primary Practice

    1201 Broad Rock Blvd

    Richmond, VA 23224

    (804) 452-4546

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    Dr. Umar Alam's Practice 2

    4720 Puddledock Rd Ste 100

    Prince George, VA 23875

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    Dr. Umar Alam's Practice 3

    7607 Forest Ave Ste 300

    Richmond, VA 23229

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    What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295112886.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam

    What is Dr. Umar Alam's specialty?

    Dr. Alam is a Neurologist near Richmond, VA.

    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 Dr. Umar Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with Riverside Walter Reed Hospital 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Umar Alam accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Umar Alam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Umar Alam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (804) 452-4546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Umar Alam?

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (804) 452-4546 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    Dr. Alam's offices are located in Richmond, VA and Prince George, VA.