Laveena Singla, MD
Specialties: Epilepsy, Clinical Neurophysiology
Gender: Female
Biography: Dr. Singla serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, specializing in the treatment of epilepsy, including refractory seizures, psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, and neuromodulation device programming adjustments. Certified in Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Epilepsy, she brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. Dr. Singla's research interests focus on women with epilepsy, stereo-EEG, and neuromodulation, demonstrating her dedication to advancing the field and improving patient outcomes. With her comprehensive approach and commitment to ongoing research, Dr. Singla strives to provide the highest quality care to her patients.
My Approach to Healthcare
Entering healthcare, I embraced empathy and understanding. Every patient holds a unique story, fears, and hopes. I believe in listening with an open heart, beyond diagnoses. Healing extends beyond medication; it's about offering comfort and reassurance.
Practice Locations
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Riverchase - UMMC
2550 Flowood Drive, Flowood, MS 39232 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
Network Participation - 2026
MississippiCAN and CHIP [Managed Care programs promulgated by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid]
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- Magnolia Health (Centene)
- TrueCare
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace [Individual plans offered on healthcare.gov]
- Ambetter from Magnolia Health (Centene)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- UHC Marketplace (Madison only)
Medicare Advantage
- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual
- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
Transplant Only Networks
- Optum Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, VAD
- Emerging Therapy Solutions (ETS) Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
- Interlink Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T
- Celtic Plans: Ambetter, WellCare, Magnolia Health MississippiCAN, Magnolia Health CHIP • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT
- Cigna Lifesource Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
Dental
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Vision
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Rental Networks (Utilized by self-funded employer group plans and third-party administrators (TPAs))
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs
- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026
- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
Education
| Board Certification: | Clinical Neurophysiology; Neurology; Neurology |
| Fellowship: | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian |
| Fellowship: | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian |
| Medical Education: | Government Medical College |
| Residency: | Medical College of Georgia - Augusta University |
Experience
Current Positions
| Executive Board, Membership lead, Co-Chair, University of Mississippi Medical Center | 07/2025 - Present |
| Director, School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, UMMC | 10/2022 - Present |
| Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, UMMC | 10/2022 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Licensure, Mississippi State Board of Medicine | 03/2022 - Present |
| Certification, ECFMG | 10/2015 - Present |
| Certification, Epilepsy, ABPN | 11/2022 - Present |
| Certification, Clinical Neurophysiology, ABPN | 11/2021 - Present |
| Certification, Neurology, ABPN | 09/2020 - Present |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Fellowship, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society | 2026 |
| Nominee, Early-Career Faculty Award, University of Mississippi Medical Center | 2025 |
| GWIMS Leadership Development Program, University of Mississippi Medical Center | 2025 |
| Emerging Leadership Program, American Academy of Neurology | 2025 |
| Health Equity Scholarship, American Academy of Neurology | 2025 |
| Junior Faculty representing my institution, Junior faculty forum for Epilepsy, Vanderbilt University | 2024 |
| Diversity and Inclusion Champion Mastery, UMMC | 2024 |
| Invited Lecture- Neuroimaging in Epilepsy-case studies, American Society of Neuroimaging | 2024 |
| Diversity and Inclusion Champion, UMMC | 2023 |
| Best Resident of the year, Georgia Neurological Society | 2020 |
| Fellow of the year, American Epilepsy Society | 2020 |
| David Hess Academic Neurology award, Medical College of Georgia | 2020 |
| Naiional Resident Scholars Program, Minneapolis, MN, Resident Scholar | 2018 |