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Dr. Mahmood Alnahass, MD

Munster, IN

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alnahass, Neurologist in Munster, IN?

    Dr. Mahmood Alnahass, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Alnahass graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Neurology; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alnahass is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alnahass’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alnahass’s office at (219) 531-6571.

    Where did Dr. Alnahass go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Neurology; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine | St Francis Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alnahass board certified in Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mahmood Alnahass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Alnahass speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alnahass treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Alnahass 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. Alnahass. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Headache
    • Headache
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Unusual headache
    • Rare headache syndrome
    • Atypical headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4489: Other headache syndrome
    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    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:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    What procedures does Dr. Alnahass perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Alnahass 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. Alnahass. 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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Alnahass accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alnahass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 531-6571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alnahass accept in Munster, IN?

    Dr. Alnahass in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alnahass' office located?

    Dr. Mahmood Alnahass' Primary Practice

    759 45th St Ste 104

    Munster, IN 46321

    (219) 531-6571

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    Dr. Mahmood Alnahass' Practice 2

    502 Wall St Ste 104

    Valparaiso, IN 46383

    (219) 531-6571

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    Dr. Mahmood Alnahass' Practice 3

    1551 Sturdy Rd

    Valparaiso, IN 46383

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

    Dr. Alnahass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497756720.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alnahass?

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

    What is Dr. Mahmood Alnahass's specialty?

    Dr. Alnahass is a Neurologist near Munster, IN.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Mahmood Alnahass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alnahass is affiliated with Franciscan Health Crown Point, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer 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 Mahmood Alnahass accepting new patients in Munster, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Mahmood Alnahass is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mahmood Alnahass offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alnahass's office at (219) 531-6571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mahmood Alnahass?

    Please contact Dr. Alnahass's office at (219) 531-6571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mahmood Alnahass have?

    Dr. Mahmood Alnahass is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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