Nikhil Balakrishnan
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions

Overview

I'm a board-certified neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders, which include a number of neurological conditions. Common conditions treated by a neurologist include stroke, epilepsy, chronic headaches, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and multiple sclerosis. In addition, I offer experience in neuromuscular medicine-the evaluation and treatment of disorders affecting the body’s nerve and muscles.

Dr. Balakrishnan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Apraxia, Myasthenia Gravis, Headache, and Dementia.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Kottayam

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology

Fellowships

Neurology, Duke University Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Ambetter
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Arkansas Health and Wellness
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Freedom Life
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Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicare
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SCAN Health Plan
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Spectrum Priority Health
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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TeamCare
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Trustmark
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Duke Health Neurology/Neuro-Ophthalmology Mooresville
131 Medical Park Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan by calling their office at 704-660-2640. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan a top-rated expert for Apraxia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan is classified as an Advanced expert for Apraxia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan specialize in?

While Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Apraxia, Myasthenia Gravis, and Headache. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Apraxia. You can view a list of Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan accept my insurance?

Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 704-660-2640 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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