Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patel, Neurologist in Schaumburg, IL?
Dr. Alkesh Patel, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Schaumburg, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Patel completed his residency at Loyola University. Dr. Patel is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patel’s office at (847) 952-9140.
Where did Dr. Patel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Loyola University
Residency: Loyola University
Medical School: KEMPEGOWDA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, INDIA
Is Dr. Patel board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Alkesh Patel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Patel speak?
Dr. Patel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Patel treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Patel 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. Patel. 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:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Headache
- Episodic Tension Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
- Occasional Tension Headache
- Infrequent Tension Headache
- Stress Headache Episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
- G44219: Episodic tension-type headache, not intractable
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
- I6330: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of unspecified cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Neurodegenerative Disorder
- Progressive Nerve Disease
- Nervous System Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
- Unusual Head Imaging
- Atypical Skull Scan
- Abnormal Brain Scan (general)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Hereditary sensory neuropathy type IA
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G608: Other hereditary and idiopathic neuropathies
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Which procedures does Dr. Patel perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alkesh Patel 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. Patel's office.
Does Dr. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 952-9140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patel accept in Schaumburg, IL?
Dr. Patel in Schaumburg, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
State of Illinois
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Patel's office located?
Dr. Alkesh Patel's Primary Practice
943 N Plum Grove Rd Ste B
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 952-9140
Dr. Alkesh Patel's Practice 2
800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 610
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
(847) 981-3630
What is Dr. Patel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376728196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patel
What is Dr. Alkesh Patel's specialty?
Dr. Patel is a Neurologist near Schaumburg, IL.
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.
Contact Dr. Patel to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alkesh Patel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il) 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 Alkesh Patel accepting new patients in Schaumburg, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alkesh Patel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alkesh Patel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (847) 952-9140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alkesh Patel?
Please contact Dr. Patel's office at (847) 952-9140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alkesh Patel have?
Dr. Alkesh Patel is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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