Dr. Akila Venkataraman, MD
Wilkes Barre, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Venkataraman, Pediatric Neurologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Akila Venkataraman, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Venkataraman completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Venkataraman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkataraman’s office at (570) 808-7300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Venkataraman?
Dr. Akila Venkataraman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Venkataraman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wilkes Barre, PA community, Dr. Venkataraman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Venkataraman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India
Is Dr. Venkataraman board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Akila Venkataraman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Venkataraman speak?
Dr. Venkataraman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Venkataraman typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Venkataraman 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. Venkataraman. 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:
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Venkataraman typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akila Venkataraman 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. Venkataraman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Venkataraman accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkataraman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkataraman accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Venkataraman in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Venkataraman's office located?
Dr. Akila Venkataraman's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Blvd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 808-7300
What hospitals are Dr. Venkataraman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Venkataraman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Venkataraman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkataraman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164417879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkataraman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkataraman
What is Dr. Akila Venkataraman's specialty?
Dr. Venkataraman is a Pediatric Neurologist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is Dr. Akila Venkataraman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venkataraman is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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 Dr. Akila Venkataraman accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Akila Venkataraman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akila Venkataraman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkataraman's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akila Venkataraman?
Please contact Dr. Venkataraman's office at (570) 808-7300 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Venkataraman's office located?
Dr. Venkataraman's offices are located in Wilkes Barre, PA and Lewisburg, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akila Venkataraman have?
Dr. Akila Venkataraman is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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