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Dr. Neil Lava, MD

Dr. Neil Lava, MD

Conyers, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lava, Neurologist in Conyers, GA?

    Dr. Neil Lava, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Conyers, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. He is a member of the Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Lava is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lava’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lava’s office at (404) 616-4567.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lava?

    Dr. Neil Lava, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Lava empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Psychiatry, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Conyers/GA community, Dr. Lava is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center | University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, CO

    Is Dr. Lava board certified as a Neurologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Lava speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lava treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Lava 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. Lava. 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:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43701: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, with status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Neuromyelitis Optica
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Neuromyelitis optica
    • NMO', 'Devic's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis Affecting Other Body Parts
    • Sarcoidosis
    • Extrapulmonary Sarcoidosis
    • Systemic Sarcoidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8689: Sarcoidosis of other sites

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • CNS Demyelination
    • Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
    • Myelin Loss Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G378: Other specified demyelinating diseases of central nervous system
    • G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Lava perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Lava 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. Lava. 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. Lava accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lava accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-4567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lava accept in Conyers, GA?

    Dr. Lava in Conyers, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Improvement Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lava's office located?

    Dr. Neil Lava's Primary Practice

    875 Flat Shoals Rd SE Ste 150

    Conyers, GA 30094

    (404) 616-4567

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    Dr. Neil Lava's Practice 2

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Dr. Neil Lava's Practice 3

    12 Executive Park Dr NE

    Atlanta, GA 30329

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Emory Healthcare Network Physician

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

    Dr. Lava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013900919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lava?

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

    What is Dr. Neil Lava's specialty?

    Dr. Lava is a Neurologist near Conyers, GA.

    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. Neil Lava affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lava is affiliated with Emory University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurologist?

    Explore Neurologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Neil Lava accepting new patients in Conyers, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Neil Lava is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neil Lava offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lava's office at (404) 616-4567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neil Lava?

    Please contact Dr. Lava's office at (404) 616-4567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Lava have?

    Dr. Neil Lava is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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