Who is Dr. Kekade, Physiatrist in Levittown, NY?
Dr. Pooja Kekade is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Levittown, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kekade is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kekade’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kekade’s office at (516) 450-8736.
What languages does Dr. Kekade speak?
Dr. Kekade and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kekade typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kekade 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. Kekade. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Knee Ache
- Knee Discomfort
- Sore Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25569: Pain in unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kekade typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Pooja Kekade may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kekade's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kekade accept my insurance?
Dr. Kekade accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 450-8736 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kekade accept in Levittown, NY?
Dr. Kekade in Levittown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kekade's office located?
What is Dr. Kekade's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kekade's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619792157.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kekade?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kekade
What is Dr. Pooja Kekade's specialty?
Dr. Kekade is a Physiatrist near Levittown, NY.
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 this Dr. Pooja Kekade affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kekade 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
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Is Pooja Kekade accepting new patients in Levittown, NY?
No, Dr. Pooja Kekade is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Kekade offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kekade's office at (516) 450-8736 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Kekade?
Please contact Dr. Kekade's office at (516) 450-8736 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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