Summary

A graduate of Stanley Medical College in India. Dr. Tivakaran completed his neurology residency at Penn State Hershey Medical Center and completed Fellowship in neuromuscular disorders at Penn State Hershey Medical center, and Fellowship in Sleep Medicine at University of Missouri-University Hospital and clinics in Columbia Missouri. Dr. Tivakaran started his practice in Bossier City, Louisiana in 1996. Dr. Tivakaran is board certified in Neurology and board certified in Sleep medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

His expertise includes treating a wide variety of neurological and sleep disorders including migraine, stroke, seizures, Parkinson’s disease, peripheral neuropathy, obstructive sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, REM behavior disorder and narcolepsy.

Dr. Tivakaran is a member of American Academy of Neurology, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic medicine, and Louisiana State Medical Society. He and his wife are parents of 2 children. He enjoys spending time with his family and serveral local community activities.

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Office Location

Willis Knighton Neurology Bossier

2400 Hospital Dr Ste 310Bossier City, LA 71111
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Missouri-Columbia
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sanjeevi C. Tivakaran

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
  • Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
  • First Health
  • GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
  • Gilsbar
  • Health Plus of Louisiana
  • Healthy Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Choice PPO
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
  • IMA of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Louisiana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Medicare Traditional Part B

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sanjeevi C. Tivakaran has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sanjeevi C. Tivakaran has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Sanjeevi C. Tivakaran holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Missouri-Columbia in 1996 and Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1994.

Internship

Completed their internship at Saint Francis Medical Center in NJ in 1991 and Saint Francis Medical Center in NJ in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Madras University in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Tivakaran's NPI number is 1528199023.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran's office located?
Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran's office is located at 2400 Hospital Dr Ste 310, Bossier City, LA, 71111.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran?
You can find contact information for Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran speak?
Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran affiliated with?
Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
Is Dr. Sanjeevi Tivakaran accepting new patients?
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