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Who is Dr. Zafar, Neurologist in Portage, MI?
Dr. Mohammed Zafar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Portage, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Zafar completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, Neurology. Dr. Zafar is fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zafar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zafar’s office at (269) 323-0955.
Where did Dr. Zafar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Neurology; Univ Hosps & Clinics, Neurology
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Zafar board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Mohammed Zafar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Zafar speak?
Dr. Zafar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
Urdu
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Zafar typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Zafar 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. Zafar. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Other Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve System Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G64: Other disorders of peripheral nervous system
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- G245: Blepharospasm
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
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
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Zafar typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Zafar 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. Zafar. 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Zafar accept my insurance?
Dr. Zafar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 323-0955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zafar accept in Portage, MI?
Dr. Zafar in Portage, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corewell Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zafar's office located?
Dr. Mohammed Zafar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Mohammed Zafar's Primary Practice
8120 Moorsbridge Rd Ste 202
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-0955
What is Dr. Zafar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811951064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zafar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zafar
What is Dr. Mohammed Zafar's specialty?
Dr. Zafar is a Neurologist near Portage, MI.
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. Mohammed Zafar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zafar is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Ascension Borgess 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 Mohammed Zafar accepting new patients in Portage, MI?
Yes, Dr. Mohammed Zafar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohammed Zafar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (269) 323-0955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohammed Zafar?
Please contact Dr. Zafar's office at (269) 323-0955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohammed Zafar have?
Dr. Mohammed Zafar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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