--- title: "Dr. Anil Neelakantan | Neurologist in Stockton, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Anil Neelakantan, M.D., FAAN practices Neurology in Stockton, CA" url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anil-neelakantan-1046232993" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Anil Neelakantan, M.D., FAAN ![Anil Neelakantan, M.D., FAAN](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/6EMU65BL2fih1LH2RxQSVU_BIj93dvhF35lwkLRnTaw/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(484 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Anil Neelakantan, M.D., FAAN ## Neurology - Not accepting new patients [2545 West Hammer LaneStockton, CA 95209](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2545+West+Hammer+Lane+Stockton%2C+CA+95209+US) ## Have you seen this provider before? Schedule in My Health Online. [Sign in to schedule](https://myhealthonline.sutterhealth.org/MHO/Scheduling?workflow=ExistingProvider) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anil-neelakantan-1046232993#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anil-neelakantan-1046232993#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anil-neelakantan-1046232993#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anil-neelakantan-1046232993#provider-services) ## About Dr. Neelakantan Languages English, Hindi (Basic), and Malayalam Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care I believe in being transparent with the patients and providing them the best care, spending time with them to answer all questions they might have so that when they leave after an appointment they feel like all their medical/neurological issues have been addressed and a solid plan is in motion. ### Professional highlights Neuroscience Outreach Program. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, personal interests include photography, golf (Beginner), music, TV. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of Kerala, Medical College, India **Residency:** State University of New York at Buffalo ## Board certifications - Neurology - Board Certified ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Gould Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (2 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (23 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Stockton Medical Plaza - Specialist Care Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/stockton-medical-plaza-ii-1043246885) 2545 West Hammer Lane Stockton, CA 95209 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2545+West+Hammer+Lane+Stockton%2C+CA+95209+US) [209-957-7050](tel:+12099577050) 209-473-9293 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Neurology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurology) - [Neurological rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurological-rehabilitation) ## From Dr. Neelakantan [Health & wellness ### Medication Management for Epilepsy Effective management of epilepsy medications can help control symptoms. Work with your doctor to understand medications to minimize seizures.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/medication-management-for-epilepsy) ## Similar providers nearby - ![Dilpreet Kaur](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/zGpIxyY7uHGhbImu4xJzJPT5XCvIGKKTtE7a_Hs5qmc/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Dilpreet Kaur, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-dilpreet-kaur-1046235151) (379) Stockton Medical Plaza II 2545 West Hammer Lane Stockton, CA 95209 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2545+West+Hammer+Lane+Stockton%2C+CA+95209+US) [209-954-3370](tel:+12099543370) #### Neurology - Accepting new patients - ![Mahboobeh Fereidan](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/72LLRq9gJxYHl2Rb0t6k3NiUjoF0hgkNBx_sEeb56RY/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Mahboobeh Fereidan, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-mahboobeh-fereidan-2092297572) 2545 West Hammer Lane Stockton, CA 95209 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=2545+West+Hammer+Lane+Stockton%2C+CA+95209+US) \+ 1 location [209-954-3370](tel:+12099543370) #### Neurology - Accepting new patients - ![Vincent Trung H. 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