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title: "Dr. Bassam I. Alzagatiti | Neurologist in Modesto, CA | Sutter Health"
description: "Dr. Bassam I. Alzagatiti, M.D. practices Neurology in Modesto, CA. Accepting new patients."
url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-bassam-i-alzagatiti-2038655113"
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# Bassam I. Alzagatiti, M.D.

## Neurology

-   Accepting new patients

[600 Coffee RoadModesto, CA 95355](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US)

## Schedule appointment

[209-550-4785](tel:+12095504785)

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-   [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-bassam-i-alzagatiti-2038655113#provider-services)

## About Dr. Alzagatiti

Languages English and Arabic

Gender Male

Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging

### Approach to care

Dr. Alzagatiti’s primary aim throughout his many years in practice has been the well‑being and care of his patients and their families. He believes in compassionate care that respects each patient’s unique circumstances to ensure treatment plans meet both their physical and emotional needs. His philosophy of care centers on open communication and collaboration, integrating the patient’s support network to promote the best possible outcomes. His approach combines advanced technology with compassionate, long‑term care management. He also specializes in movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and Essential Tremor, and provides comprehensive management for conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, migraine, and headache syndromes.

### Professional highlights

He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Alzagatiti is a board‑certified general neurologist with over 27 years of clinical experience diagnosing and treating a wide spectrum of neurological conditions. He has specialized training in electrodiagnostic testing, including EMG, Nerve Conduction Studies, and EEG—tools that help identify the root causes of numbness, weakness, and pain in conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and radiculopathy.

### Outside of medicine

Outside of Medicine, Dr. Alzagatiti believes in practicing the healthy lifestyle he recommends to his patients. His favorite ways to stay active include road cycling and traveling throughout the U.S. with his family. At home, he enjoys tending to his vegetable garden and fruit trees.

## Education and training

**Medical school:** Damascus University

**Internship:** BronxCare Health System, Internal Medicine

**Residency:** University of Mississippi Medical Center, Neurology

**Fellowship:** University of Tennessee Program, Clinical Neurophysiology

## Board certifications

-   Neurology

## Affiliations

### Hospitals

-   Memorial Medical Center Modesto

### Medical groups

-   Gould Medical Group

## Accepted insurance

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**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

[Main Clinic 600 Coffee Road](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/main-clinic-600-coffee-road-1043246806)

600 Coffee Road

Modesto, CA 95355

[Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US)

[209-550-4785](tel:+12095504785)

209-550-4888

Sunday Closed

Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Saturday Closed

**View additional hours**

Sunday Closed

Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday 7:00 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)

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