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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chari, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Geetha Chari, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Chari graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatrics; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Child Neurology. Dr. Chari is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chari’s office at (718) 270-2042.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chari?
Dr. Geetha Chari, 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. Chari empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Chari is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatrics; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Child Neurology | Ltm Med College and General Hospital | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: L T M Med Coll- Univ Of Bombay- Bombay- Maharashtra- India | Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
Is Dr. Chari board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Geetha Chari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Chari speak?
Dr. Chari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Chari treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Chari 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. Chari. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Focal Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Generalized seizures
- Grand mal seizures
- Tonic-clonic seizures
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chari perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Geetha Chari 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chari's office.
Does Dr. Chari accept my insurance?
Dr. Chari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-2042 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chari accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Chari in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chari's office located?
Dr. Geetha Chari's Primary Practice
450 Clarkson Ave Ste A
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 270-2042
What is Dr. Chari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912992538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chari
What is Dr. Geetha Chari's specialty?
Dr. Chari is a Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY.
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Contact Dr. Chari to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Geetha Chari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chari is affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn) 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
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Is Geetha Chari accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Geetha Chari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geetha Chari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chari's office at (718) 270-2042 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geetha Chari?
Please contact Dr. Chari's office at (718) 270-2042 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Geetha Chari have?
Dr. Geetha Chari is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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