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Dr. Alexander Gaffney

Physiatrist

Cedar Rapids, IA

    Who is Dr. Gaffney, Physiatrist in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Alexander Gaffney is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gaffney is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaffney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaffney’s office at (319) 200-6102.

    What languages does Dr. Gaffney speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gaffney 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. Gaffney. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Gaffney may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gaffney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaffney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 200-6102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaffney accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Gaffney in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Iowa

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Gaffney's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Gaffney's Primary Practice

    218 4th Ave SW

    Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

    (319) 200-6102

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    Dr. Alexander Gaffney's Practice 2

    780 Community Dr Unit 5

    North Liberty, IA 52317

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

    Dr. Gaffney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174338701.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaffney?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Gaffney's specialty?

    Dr. Gaffney is a Physiatrist near Cedar Rapids, IA.

    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. Alexander Gaffney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gaffney is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    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. Alexander Gaffney accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    No, Dr. Alexander Gaffney is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Gaffney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaffney's office at (319) 200-6102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Gaffney?

    Please contact Dr. Gaffney's office at (319) 200-6102 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gaffney's office located?

    Dr. Gaffney's offices are located in Cedar Rapids, IA and North Liberty, IA.