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Dr. Brandon Weeks, MD

Physiatrist

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weeks, Physiatrist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Brandon Weeks, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Weeks graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University. Dr. Weeks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weeks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weeks’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Weeks speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Weeks 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. Weeks. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Brandon Weeks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Weeks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weeks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weeks accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Weeks in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Weeks' office located?

    Dr. Brandon Weeks' Primary Practice

    29 N Adams St

    Akron, OH 44304

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    Dr. Brandon Weeks' Practice 2

    8049 South Ave

    Boardman, OH 44512

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    Dr. Brandon Weeks' Practice 3

    405 Tallmadge Rd Ste 120

    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

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

    Dr. Weeks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700047644.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weeks?

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

    What is Dr. Brandon Weeks's specialty?

    Dr. Weeks is a Physiatrist near Akron, OH.

    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. Brandon Weeks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weeks is affiliated with Aultman Hospital, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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

    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. Brandon Weeks accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Brandon Weeks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brandon Weeks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weeks' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brandon Weeks?

    Please contact Dr. Weeks' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Weeks' office located?

    Dr. Weeks' offices are located in Akron, OH, Boardman, OH, and Cuyahoga Falls, OH.