Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akman, Pediatric Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Cigdem Akman, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Akman completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Child Neurology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Akman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akman’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akman’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Akman?
Dr. Cigdem Akman, 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. Akman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Akman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Akman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Child Neurology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Ankara Universitesi, Tip Fakultesi,Ankara, Turkey
What languages does Dr. Akman speak?
Dr. Akman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Akman treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Akman 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. Akman. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Absence Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Petit mal seizures
- Absence seizures
- Absence seizure disorder
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, 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
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Unexplained Cognitive Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Awareness issues
- Mental fog
ICD-10 Codes:
- R419: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Intellectual Disability
- Developmental Disabilities
- Cognitive Impairment
- Developmental Delay
- Learning Disability (General)
ICD-10 Codes:
- F79: Unspecified intellectual disabilities
Does Dr. Akman accept my insurance?
Dr. Akman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akman accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Akman in New York, NY 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akman's office located?
Columbia Neurology
180 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Akman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487600953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akman
What is Dr. Cigdem Akman's specialty?
Dr. Akman is a Pediatric Neurologist near New York, NY. 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. Akman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cigdem Akman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akman is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Cigdem Akman accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Cigdem Akman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cigdem Akman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akman's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cigdem Akman?
Please contact Dr. Akman's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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