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Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD

(10 Ratings)

Specializes in: Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease)

University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine (2013)

Professional interests include: headache, neurological disorders

1520 San Pablo Street Hc2 - Suite 3000 Hc2 - Suite 3000
Los Angeles, CA 90033

(323) 442-5710

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD is a neurologist in Los Angeles, CA specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). She graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD is affiliated with Keck Medical Center of USC and USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

Address:

1520 San Pablo Street Hc2 - Suite 3000 Hc2 - Suite 3000
Los Angeles, CA 90033

Address:

9033 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 300 Suite 300 Beverly Hills -, Suite 300
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Some issues Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

doctor visit	54
minimally invasive procedures	61

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	21

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	18
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	56
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	85
minimally invasive procedures	69

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	33
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	171
injections	44
minimally invasive procedures	50
nerve block	26
pain management	45

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	33
Black	0
Hispanic	48
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	42
Black	0
Hispanic	49
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	146
injections	232
minimally invasive procedures	183
nerve block	53
pain management	144

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD treated as a neurologist in Los Angeles, CA were injections, minimally invasive procedures, pain management and nerve block.

doctor visit	115
injections	124
minimally invasive procedures	88
nerve block	39
pain management	87

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD.

**Gender**
Female	19
Male	11

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	12
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	9
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	10

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD From 2017 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	25
High Cholesterol	19
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	8
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	1
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine in 2013. She has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine (2013)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Keck Medical Center of USC

USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana ChoiceCare Network, Great-West Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, TriWest, Interplan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Medicare, Cigna, Coventry, GEHA, Anthem, First Health, Beech Street, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), PacifiCare, Health Net, Brand New Day, Marian Health Services, Watchtower, Health Net Covered California, Kern Health Systems, Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare, Take Care (GUAM), USC Network, Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund, Blue Shield Covered California, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, NEXT and Health Plans of Nevada.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana ChoiceCare Network

Great-West Healthcare

Blue Shield of California

MultiPlan

TriWest

Interplan

United Healthcare

Aetna

Medicare

Cigna

Coventry

GEHA

Anthem

First Health

Beech Street

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

PacifiCare

Health Net

Brand New Day

Marian Health Services

Watchtower

Health Net Covered California

Kern Health Systems

Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare

Take Care (GUAM)

USC Network

Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund

Blue Shield Covered California

Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital

Health Plans of Nevada

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$963 BOTOX - NEUROLOGY $492	BOTOX $148	UBRELVY $142	BOTOX-NEUROLOGY $125	BOTOX NEURO REHAB $56
AbbVie Inc.	$327 BOTOX $161	QULIPTA $137	UBRELVY $29
Merz North America, Inc.	$170 Xeomin $170
Allergan, Inc.	$164 UBRELVY $125	BOTOX $39
Cyberonics, Inc.	$143 VNS Therapy $143
Other	$183 AJOVY $104	Aimovig $26	$54

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,951

Biography

Dr. Sandhya Ravikumar practices neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) in Los Angeles, CA. She graduated from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine.