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Dr. Michael Distler

Physiatrist

Kentwood, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Distler, Physiatrist in Kentwood, MI?

    Dr. Michael Distler is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kentwood, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Distler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Distler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Distler’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Distler speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Distler 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. Distler. 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:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Bilateral Median Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin
    • Median Nerve Injury in Both Arms
    • Bilateral Median Neuropathy
    • Both Arm Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin
    • G5613: Other lesions of median nerve, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Distler may include:

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

    Does Dr. Distler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Distler 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. Distler accept in Kentwood, MI?

    Dr. Distler in Kentwood, MI 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Distler's office located?

    200 Shmg Internal Medicine

    4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200

    Kentwood, MI 49508

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    Dr. Michael Distler's Practice 2

    1900 Wealthy St SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49506

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    Dr. Michael Distler's Practice 3

    2750 E Beltline Ave NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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

    Dr. Distler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215193917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Distler?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Distler's specialty?

    Dr. Distler is a Physiatrist near Kentwood, MI.

    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. Michael Distler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Distler is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital 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. Michael Distler accepting new patients in Kentwood, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Distler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Distler offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Distler?

    Please contact Dr. Distler's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Distler's office located?

    Dr. Distler's offices are located in Kentwood, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.