34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dixit, Neurologist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Shanker Dixit, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Dixit graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed his residency at University of Wisconsin Program. Dr. Dixit is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixit’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixit’s office at (702) 405-3015.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dixit?
Dr. Shanker Dixit, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dixit empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebrovascular Disease, Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Headache, Stroke, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas, NV community, Dr. Dixit is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dixit go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Wisconsin Program
Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College
What languages does Dr. Dixit speak?
Dr. Dixit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Dixit typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Dixit 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. Dixit. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Dixit typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Dixit 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. Dixit. 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:
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
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)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Dixit accept my insurance?
Dr. Dixit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 405-3015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixit accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Dixit in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dixit's office located?
Dr. Shanker Dixit's Primary Practice
2480 Professional Ct
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 405-3015
What is Dr. Dixit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dixit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477558674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dixit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dixit
What is Dr. Shanker Dixit's specialty?
Dr. Dixit is a Neurologist near Las Vegas, NV.
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. Shanker Dixit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dixit is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Mountainview Hospital 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 Shanker Dixit accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Shanker Dixit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanker Dixit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixit's office at (702) 405-3015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanker Dixit?
Please contact Dr. Dixit's office at (702) 405-3015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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