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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polu, Vascular Neurologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Polu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polu’s office at (225) 765-6565.
What languages does Dr. Polu speak?
Dr. Polu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Polu typically treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Polu 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. Polu. 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Neurologist like Dr. Polu typically perform?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu 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. Polu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polu accept my insurance?
Dr. Polu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polu accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Polu in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polu's office located?
Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-6565
What is Dr. Polu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053794826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polu
What is Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu's specialty?
Dr. Polu is a Vascular Neurologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Vascular Neurologist do?
Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage.
Is this Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polu is affiliated with University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton 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 Vascular Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashok Reddy Polu accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashok Reddy Polu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polu's office at (225) 765-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashok Reddy Polu?
Please contact Dr. Polu's office at (225) 765-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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