Expertise in
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conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
MedStar Health Neurology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center Neuroscience Center
110 Irving St NW Ste 2B-10, 
Washington, DC 

Overview

Rizwan Tahir is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c..

Dr. Tahir is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, RASopathies, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in MI

Hospital Affiliations

Medstar Washington Hospital Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

MedStar Health Neurology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center Neuroscience Center
110 Irving St NW Ste 2B-10, Washington, DC 20010

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. Rizwan Tahir

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rizwan Tahir?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rizwan Tahir by calling their office at 202-877-2171. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rizwan Tahir a top-rated expert for Thrombectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rizwan Tahir is classified as an Advanced expert for Thrombectomy, 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. Rizwan Tahir specialize in?

While Dr. Rizwan Tahir is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Thrombectomy, Moyamoya Disease, and RASopathies. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Rizwan Tahir participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rizwan Tahir has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Rizwan Tahir's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rizwan Tahir accept my insurance?

Dr. Rizwan Tahir accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-877-2171 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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