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Who is Dr. Shirani, Neurologist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Afsaneh Shirani, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shirani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirani’s office at (402) 559-8600.
What languages does Dr. Shirani speak?
Dr. Shirani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Shirani typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shirani 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. Shirani. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
- Unusual CNS imaging results
- Other neurological scan abnormalities
- Brain imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CNS Demyelination
- Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
- Myelin Loss Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G378: Other specified demyelinating diseases of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Shirani typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Afsaneh Shirani 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. Shirani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shirani accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 559-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirani accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Shirani in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Shirani's office located?
Dr. Afsaneh Shirani's Primary Practice
4400 Broadway Blvd Ste 520
Kansas City, MO 64111
(402) 559-8600
What is Dr. Shirani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255777306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirani
What is Dr. Afsaneh Shirani's specialty?
Dr. Shirani is a Neurologist near Kansas City, 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. Afsaneh Shirani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirani is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Nkc Health 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Afsaneh Shirani accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Afsaneh Shirani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afsaneh Shirani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirani's office at (402) 559-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afsaneh Shirani?
Please contact Dr. Shirani's office at (402) 559-8600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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