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Who is Dr. Crooks, Physiatrist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Carol Crooks, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Crooks completed her residency at University Of Michigan Hospitals and is currently affiliated with Mercy Rehab Hospital and Ssm Rehab Hospital. Dr. Crooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crooks’s office at (314) 447-9700.
Where did Dr. Crooks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Michigan Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Crooks speak?
Dr. Crooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Crooks typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Crooks 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. Crooks. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Coordination Problems
- Movement Disorder
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Ataxia
- Balance Issues
- Clumsiness
- Movement Disorder after Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69393: Ataxia following cerebral infarction
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Crooks typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Crooks 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. Crooks. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Group Speech Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Group Language Therapy
- Group Voice Therapy
- Group Communication Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals
Does Dr. Crooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Crooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 447-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crooks accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Crooks in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crooks' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Crooks affiliated with?
Dr. Crooks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Sparta Community Hospital,Sparta, IL
Sparta Community Hospital,Sparta, IL
Bothwell Regional Health Center,Sedalia, MO
Bothwell Regional Health Center,Sedalia, MO
What is Dr. Crooks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316979065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crooks
What is Dr. Carol Crooks's specialty?
Dr. Crooks is a Physiatrist near Saint Louis, MO.
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. Carol Crooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Crooks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sparta Community Hospital, Bothwell Regional Health Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Dr. Carol Crooks accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Carol Crooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Crooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crooks' office at (314) 447-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carol Crooks?
Please contact Dr. Crooks' office at (314) 447-9700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Crooks' office located?
Dr. Crooks' offices are located in Saint Louis, MO, Chesterfield, MO, and Bridgeton, MO.
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