Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghiasian, Neurologist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Vahid Ghiasian, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghiasian graduated from Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Allegheny University Hospital. Dr. Ghiasian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghiasian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghiasian’s office at (212) 434-2606.
Where did Dr. Ghiasian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York University School of Medicine | Tulane University Hospital School of Medicine
Residency: Allegheny University Hospital | Allegheny University Hospital
Medical School: Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Ghiasian speak?
Dr. Ghiasian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Ghiasian typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Ghiasian 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. Ghiasian. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Ghiasian typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vahid Ghiasian 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. Ghiasian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghiasian accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghiasian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-2606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghiasian accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Ghiasian in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ghiasian's office located?
Dr. Vahid Ghiasian's Primary Practice
501 Seaview Ave Ste 104
Staten Island, NY 10305
(212) 434-2606
What is Dr. Ghiasian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghiasian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083624001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghiasian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghiasian
What is Dr. Vahid Ghiasian's specialty?
Dr. Ghiasian is a Neurologist near Staten Island, NY.
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. Vahid Ghiasian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghiasian is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Vahid Ghiasian accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vahid Ghiasian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vahid Ghiasian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghiasian's office at (212) 434-2606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vahid Ghiasian?
Please contact Dr. Ghiasian's office at (212) 434-2606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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