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Dr. Sarah Thordarson, MD

Saint Joseph, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thordarson, Physiatrist in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Sarah Thordarson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thordarson is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thordarson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thordarson’s office at (269) 463-2242.

    What languages does Dr. Thordarson speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thordarson treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Thordarson 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. Thordarson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    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
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Lost left leg below knee
    • Limb Loss
    • Left below knee amputation
    • Missing left lower leg
    • Left lower leg loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    What procedures does Dr. Thordarson perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Thordarson 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. Thordarson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Thordarson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thordarson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 463-2242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thordarson accept in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Thordarson in Saint Joseph, 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

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thordarson's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Thordarson's Primary Practice

    1234 Napier Ave

    Saint Joseph, MI 49085

    (269) 463-2242

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    Dr. Sarah Thordarson's Practice 2

    400 Medical Park Dr

    Watervliet, MI 49098

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    Dr. Sarah Thordarson's Practice 3

    11234 Anderson St

    Loma Linda, CA 92354

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

    Dr. Thordarson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275196933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thordarson?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Thordarson's specialty?

    Dr. Thordarson is a Physiatrist near Saint Joseph, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Thordarson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sarah Thordarson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thordarson is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson LakeView Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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

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    Is Sarah Thordarson accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Thordarson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Thordarson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thordarson's office at (269) 463-2242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Thordarson?

    Please contact Dr. Thordarson's office at (269) 463-2242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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