Summary

Dr. Sashank Prasad treats computer vision syndrome, increased intracranial pressure, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension, and performs tonometry, vision tests, and visual field testing. He practices neurology in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with 22 years of experience.

Dr. Prasad completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2005 and earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He sees patients in both English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Sashank Prasad has 2 locations

Sashank Prasad

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Sashank Prasad

3737 Market StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati
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Med School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sashank Prasad

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Sashank Prasad has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Sashank Prasad has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Sashank Prasad holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Sashank Prasad's NPI number is 1881759025.

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Sashank Prasad is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
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Data Sources

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