--- title: "Dr. Minal J. Bhanushali | Neurologist in San Carlos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Minal J. Bhanushali, M.D. practices Neurology in San Carlos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-minal-j-bhanushali-1046240409" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Minal J. Bhanushali, M.D. ![Minal J. Bhanushali, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/SmbI93CNAebvd5Os4sZ393yBvkwE_mdEnkigDVqXNPE/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(455 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Minal J. Bhanushali, M.D. ## Neurology - New patients, please call for availability [301 Industrial RoadLevel 1San Carlos, CA 94070](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-596-4080](tel:+16505964080) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-minal-j-bhanushali-1046240409#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-minal-j-bhanushali-1046240409#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-minal-j-bhanushali-1046240409#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-minal-j-bhanushali-1046240409#provider-services) ## About Dr. Bhanushali Languages English Gender Female Ages treated Adults only Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care My practice philosophy is to provide best quality of care to my patients. I believe in shared decision making with the patients, assessing their needs and discussing personalized options that work best for individual needs. I am thrilled to be working at and be a part of Palo Alto Medical Foundation and look forward to meeting you. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Bhanushali enjoys running, hiking, skiing and traveling. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Grant Medical College, Bombay, MBBS **Internship:** Sinai-Grace Hospital/Wayne State University **Residency:** Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University **Fellowship:** Emory University, Neuromuscular and Clinical Neurophysiology, National Institute of Health (NIH), Clinical Fellow ## Board certifications - Neurology ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group **Research and advances in care** Research - [Parkinson's Disease Personalized Care Application iPD](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research/studies/parkinsons-disease-personalized-care-application-ipd-2015631341) Pilot study for Digital and Personalized care for Parkinson’s disease using Apple HealthKit (iPD study) Publications - [Recruitment of participants to a multiple sclerosis trial: The CombiRx experience](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24686106/) Bhanushali MJ, Gustafson T, Powell S, Conwit RA, Wolinsky JS, Cutter GR, Lublin FD, Cofield S. Clinical Trials 2014-04-01 - [Human herpes 6 virus encephalitis complicating allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23516318/) Bhanushali MJ, Kranick SM, Freeman AF, Cuellar-Rodriguez JM, Battiwalla M, Gea-Banacloche JC, Hickstein DD, Pavletic S, Fahle G, Nath A. Neurology 2013-04-16 - [Implementing clinical trials on an international platform: challenges and perspectives](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22047648/) Minisman G, Bhanushali M, Conwit R, Wolfe G I, Aban I, Kaminski H J, Cutter G. Journal of Neurological Sciences 2012-02-15 [View more publications](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?limit=10&query=%22Minal+J.+Bhanushali%22&verticalKey=research_publication) ## 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 (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - 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 Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - 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 (24 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 CalPERS Limited Network - 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 [San Carlos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/san-carlos-center-1043246914) 301 Industrial Road Level 1 San Carlos, CA 94070 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) [650-596-4080](tel:+16505964080) 650-551-7089 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Teleneurology ### Reasons for visit - [Telestroke](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/telestroke) ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Neurology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurology) - [Neurological rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurological-rehabilitation) ## From Dr. Bhanushali [Health & wellness ### When to return to work after a stroke Stroke recovery can take weeks, months or longer. Learn what to expect during rehabilitation for stroke recovery and when work may resume.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/return-to-work-after-a-stroke) [Health & wellness ### Peripheral neuropathy symptoms and causes Peripheral neuropathy can cause tingling, numbness, burning pain and weakness. Learn what causes it, how doctors test for it and treatment options.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/peripheral-neuropathy-symptoms-and-causes) [Health & wellness ### How to help reduce your stroke risk Learn how to prevent stroke with simple lifestyle changes. 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