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Dr. Joseph Mulka, MD, PHD

Lincoln, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mulka, Physiatrist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Joseph Mulka, MD, PHD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mulka graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine. Dr. Mulka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mulka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mulka’s office at (402) 488-3322.

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

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mulka speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mulka treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mulka 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. Mulka. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Arm Pain
    • Left Arm Pain
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in right arm
    • Right arm discomfort
    • Sore right arm
    • Ache in left arm
    • Left arm discomfort
    • Sore left arm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79601: Pain in right arm
    • M79602: Pain in left arm

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg

    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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Mulka perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mulka performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mulka. 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:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Bursa Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Wrist Arthrography
    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Wrist Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Wrist Scan
    • Arthrography Prep (Wrist)
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 25246: Injection procedure for wrist arthrography
    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
    • Knee Nerve Ablation
    • Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
    • Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
    • Abscess Aspiration
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Hematoma Puncture
    • Bulla Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst

    Does Dr. Mulka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mulka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 488-3322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mulka accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Mulka in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mulka's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Mulka's Primary Practice

    575 S 70th St Ste 200

    Lincoln, NE 68510

    (402) 488-3322

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    Dr. Joseph Mulka's Practice 2

    6900 A St

    Lincoln, NE 68510

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

    Dr. Mulka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336308345.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mulka?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Mulka's specialty?

    Dr. Mulka is a Physiatrist near Lincoln, NE. 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. Mulka to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Mulka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mulka is affiliated with CHI Health St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center 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

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    Is Joseph Mulka accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mulka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Mulka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mulka's office at (402) 488-3322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mulka?

    Please contact Dr. Mulka's office at (402) 488-3322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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