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Who is Dr. Shanmugam, Neurologist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Vijay Shanmugam, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Shanmugam completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Neurology. Dr. Shanmugam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanmugam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanmugam’s office at (661) 726-9220.
Where did Dr. Shanmugam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Neurology
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Shanmugam board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Shanmugam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Shanmugam speak?
Dr. Shanmugam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Shanmugam typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shanmugam 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. Shanmugam. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Shanmugam typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shanmugam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shanmugam. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Shanmugam accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanmugam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 726-9220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanmugam accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Shanmugam in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Network Medical Management
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shanmugam's office located?
Dr. Vijay Shanmugam's Primary Practice
44215 15th St W Ste 204
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 726-9220
What is Dr. Shanmugam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanmugam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174576839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanmugam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanmugam
What is Dr. Vijay Shanmugam's specialty?
Dr. Shanmugam is a Neurologist near Lancaster, CA.
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. Vijay Shanmugam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shanmugam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Antelope Valley Medical Center, Antelope Valley Medical Center Ob/gyn Outpatient Clinic, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vijay Shanmugam accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Shanmugam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Shanmugam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (661) 726-9220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Shanmugam?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (661) 726-9220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Shanmugam have?
Dr. Vijay Shanmugam is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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