51 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akhavi, Neurologist in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Mahmood Akhavi, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhavi graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Neurology. Dr. Akhavi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhavi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhavi’s office at (972) 494-1100.
Where did Dr. Akhavi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neurology; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, Neurology | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Akhavi board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Mahmood Akhavi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Akhavi speak?
Dr. Akhavi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Akhavi typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Akhavi 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. Akhavi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Memory Decline
- Dementia
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Older Adult Health
- Cognitive Health and Older Adults
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Senior moments
- Normal aging memory changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4181: Age-related cognitive decline
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
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Akhavi typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahmood Akhavi 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
Please contact Dr. Akhavi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhavi accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhavi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 494-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhavi accept in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Akhavi in Frisco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akhavi's office located?
Dr. Mahmood Akhavi's Primary Practice
5375 Coit Rd Ste 130
Frisco, TX 75035
(972) 494-1100
What is Dr. Akhavi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhavi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598759276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhavi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhavi
What is Dr. Mahmood Akhavi's specialty?
Dr. Akhavi is a Neurologist near Frisco, TX.
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. Mahmood Akhavi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akhavi is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Medical City Dallas Hospital, North Central Surgical Center Hospital, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mahmood Akhavi accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mahmood Akhavi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmood Akhavi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhavi's office at (972) 494-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmood Akhavi?
Please contact Dr. Akhavi's office at (972) 494-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahmood Akhavi have?
Dr. Mahmood Akhavi is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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