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Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chokhawala, Vascular Neurologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chokhawala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chokhawala’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chokhawala’s office at (504) 894-2700.

    What languages does Dr. Chokhawala speak?

    Dr. Chokhawala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chokhawala treat?

    As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Chokhawala 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. Chokhawala. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Blood Clot in Brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
    • I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Emergency
    • Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
    • Acute Hypertensive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I161: Hypertensive emergency

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Does Dr. Chokhawala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chokhawala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 894-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chokhawala accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Chokhawala in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chokhawala's office located?

    Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (504) 894-2700

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    Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala's Practice 2

    1341 Ochsner Blvd

    Covington, LA 70433

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    Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala's Practice 3

    2820 Napoleon Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70115

    (504) 894-2700

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    What is Dr. Chokhawala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chokhawala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396153318.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chokhawala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chokhawala

    What is Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala's specialty?

    Dr. Chokhawala is a Vascular Neurologist near Shreveport, LA. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Chokhawala to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chokhawala is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular Neurologist?

    Explore Vascular Neurologist with 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 Himanshu Chokhawala accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Himanshu Chokhawala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chokhawala's office at (504) 894-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Himanshu Chokhawala?

    Please contact Dr. Chokhawala's office at (504) 894-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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