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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Niknejad, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Bahar Niknejad, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. She is board certified. Dr. Niknejad is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niknejad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niknejad’s office at (757) 446-7040.
What languages does Dr. Niknejad speak?
Dr. Niknejad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Niknejad treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Niknejad 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. Niknejad. 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.
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Dementia Due to Other Condition
- Mild Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Secondary dementia
- Dementia from other medical causes
- Cognitive decline from underlying disease
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Early stage dementia
- Mild memory loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03A0: Unspecified dementia, mild, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Feeling on edge
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- R451: Restlessness and agitation
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Neurodegenerative Disorder
- Progressive Nerve Disease
- Nervous System Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Niknejad perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bahar Niknejad may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Niknejad's office.
Does Dr. Niknejad accept my insurance?
Dr. Niknejad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 446-7040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niknejad accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Niknejad in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Niknejad's office located?
Dr. Bahar Niknejad's Primary Practice
825 Fairfax Ave Ste 201
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 446-7040
What is Dr. Niknejad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niknejad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972035475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niknejad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niknejad
What is Dr. Bahar Niknejad's specialty?
Dr. Niknejad is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Niknejad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bahar Niknejad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Niknejad is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Bahar Niknejad accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Bahar Niknejad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bahar Niknejad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niknejad's office at (757) 446-7040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bahar Niknejad?
Please contact Dr. Niknejad's office at (757) 446-7040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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