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Dr. Brian Giersch, MD

Dr. Brian Giersch, MD

Physiatrist

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Giersch, Physiatrist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Brian Giersch, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Giersch graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Giersch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giersch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giersch’s office at (616) 458-1088.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | University Of Ky Hospital | University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Giersch board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Giersch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Giersch typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Giersch 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. Giersch. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Giersch typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Giersch may include:

    Please contact Dr. Giersch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Giersch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giersch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 458-1088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Giersch accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Giersch in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • FCE Benefit Administrators

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Giersch's office located?

    Dr. Brian Giersch's Primary Practice

    3350 Eagle Park Dr NE Ste 108

    Grand Rapids, MI 49525

    (616) 458-1088

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

    Dr. Giersch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366455677.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giersch?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Giersch's specialty?

    Dr. Giersch is a Physiatrist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Brian Giersch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Giersch is affiliated with Corewell Health Greenville Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Brian Giersch accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Giersch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Giersch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Giersch's office at (616) 458-1088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Giersch?

    Please contact Dr. Giersch's office at (616) 458-1088 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Giersch's office located?

    Dr. Giersch's office is located in Grand Rapids, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Giersch have?

    Dr. Brian Giersch is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.