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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. She is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (312) 996-7416.
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 and 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, and 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 a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Ahmad typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Generalized Epilepsy
- 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
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- 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
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 996-7416 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
Cigna
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Saba Ahmad's Primary Practice
601 5th St S Ste 5
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
(312) 996-7416
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.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
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.
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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
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 (312) 996-7416 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 (312) 996-7416 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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