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Who is Dr. Ahmad, Pediatric Neurologist in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Saba Ahmad, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (727) 767-8181.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ahmad?
Dr. Saba Ahmad, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Ahmad empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Petersburg/FL community, Dr. Ahmad is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Saba Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahmad treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-resistant LGS
- Refractory Lennox-Gastaut
- Hard-to-treat LGS
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40814: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmad perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Saba Ahmad 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. Ahmad's office.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 767-8181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Ahmad in Saint Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104026699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Saba Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Pediatric Neurologist near Saint Petersburg, FL. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Ahmad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saba Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahmad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Illinois Hospital. 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 Saba Ahmad accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Saba Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saba Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (727) 767-8181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saba Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (727) 767-8181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saba Ahmad have?
Dr. Saba Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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