30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tikhtman, Neurologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Alexander Tikhtman, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Tikhtman graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Kentucky. Dr. Tikhtman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tikhtman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tikhtman’s office at (859) 260-5057.
Where did Dr. Tikhtman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Kentucky
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tikhtman board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Tikhtman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Tikhtman speak?
Dr. Tikhtman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Tikhtman treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Tikhtman 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. Tikhtman. 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
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
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
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
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:
- Facial Weakness
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Facial Paralysis', 'Facial Droop', 'Weakness in Face', 'Bell's Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29810: Facial weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Tikhtman perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Tikhtman 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. Tikhtman's office.
Does Dr. Tikhtman accept my insurance?
Dr. Tikhtman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 260-5057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tikhtman accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Tikhtman in Lexington, KY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tikhtman's office located?
Dr. Alexander Tikhtman's Primary Practice
1775 Alysheba Way Ste 160
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 260-5057
What is Dr. Tikhtman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tikhtman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184668956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tikhtman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tikhtman
What is Dr. Alexander Tikhtman's specialty?
Dr. Tikhtman is a Neurologist near Lexington, KY.
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. Tikhtman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alexander Tikhtman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tikhtman is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington 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 Alexander Tikhtman accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Tikhtman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Tikhtman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tikhtman's office at (859) 260-5057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Tikhtman?
Please contact Dr. Tikhtman's office at (859) 260-5057 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Tikhtman have?
Dr. Alexander Tikhtman is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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