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Dr. Kathleen Abbott, MD

Dr. Kathleen Abbott, MD

Hartford, CT

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbott, Physiatrist in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Kathleen Abbott, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Abbott completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abbott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbott’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbott’s office at (860) 714-2647.

    Where did Dr. Abbott go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Abbott board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Abbott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Abbott speak?

    Dr. Abbott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abbott treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Abbott diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Abbott. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site
    • M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Does Dr. Abbott accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 714-2647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abbott accept in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Abbott in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American HealthCare Group

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abbott's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Abbott's Primary Practice

    490 Blue Hills Ave

    Hartford, CT 06112

    (860) 714-2647

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    Dr. Kathleen Abbott's Practice 2

    160 Hazard Ave

    Enfield, CT 06082

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    Dr. Kathleen Abbott's Practice 3

    289 Western Blvd

    Glastonbury, CT 06033

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    What is Dr. Abbott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abbott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619901378.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbott?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abbott

    What is Dr. Kathleen Abbott's specialty?

    Dr. Abbott is a Physiatrist near Hartford, CT. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Abbott to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Abbott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbott is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Kathleen Abbott accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Abbott is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Abbott offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbott's office at (860) 714-2647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Abbott?

    Please contact Dr. Abbott's office at (860) 714-2647 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Abbott have?

    Dr. Kathleen Abbott is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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