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Who is Dr. Javalkar, Vascular Neurologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Javalkar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Javalkar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Javalkar’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Javalkar?
Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Javalkar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Vascular Neurology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport/LA community, Dr. Javalkar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Javalkar speak?
Dr. Javalkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Javalkar treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Javalkar 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. Javalkar. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Javalkar perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Javalkar's office.
Does Dr. Javalkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Javalkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Javalkar accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Javalkar in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Javalkar's office located?
Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar's Practice 3
1504 Dodson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 709-7175
What is Dr. Javalkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Javalkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124319744.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Javalkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Javalkar
What is Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar's specialty?
Dr. Javalkar is a Vascular Neurologist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Javalkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Javalkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vijayakumar Javalkar accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijayakumar Javalkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Javalkar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijayakumar Javalkar?
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