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Dr. Rebecca Tapia, MD

Physiatrist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tapia, Physiatrist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Rebecca Tapia, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tapia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tapia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tapia’s office at (210) 614-3225.

    What languages does Dr. Tapia speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tapia 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. Tapia. 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:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Tapia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tapia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tapia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 614-3225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tapia accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Tapia in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Tapia's office located?

    Dr. Rebecca Tapia's Primary Practice

    2701 Babcock Rd Ste A

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 614-3225

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    Dr. Rebecca Tapia's Practice 2

    7400 Merton Minter St # 117

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    Dr. Rebecca Tapia's Practice 3

    8221 Palisades Dr

    Live Oak, TX 78233

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

    Dr. Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174782247.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tapia?

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

    What is Dr. Rebecca Tapia's specialty?

    Dr. Tapia is a Physiatrist near San Antonio, TX.

    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. Rebecca Tapia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tapia is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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. Rebecca Tapia accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Tapia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rebecca Tapia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tapia's office at (210) 614-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rebecca Tapia?

    Please contact Dr. Tapia's office at (210) 614-3225 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tapia's office located?

    Dr. Tapia's offices are located in San Antonio, TX and Live Oak, TX.