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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iftikhar, Neurologist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Iftikhar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iftikhar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iftikhar’s office at (417) 347-1111.
What languages does Dr. Iftikhar speak?
Dr. Iftikhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Iftikhar typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Iftikhar 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. Iftikhar. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Iftikhar typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar 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. Iftikhar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Iftikhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Iftikhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 347-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iftikhar accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Iftikhar in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Iftikhar's office located?
What is Dr. Iftikhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iftikhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902238215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iftikhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iftikhar
What is Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar's specialty?
Dr. Iftikhar is a Neurologist near Joplin, MO.
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 this Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iftikhar is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System, Freeman Health System, William P. Clements Jr. University 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
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Is Sulaiman Iftikhar accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sulaiman Iftikhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iftikhar's office at (417) 347-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sulaiman Iftikhar?
Please contact Dr. Iftikhar's office at (417) 347-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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