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Dr. John Pianka, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pianka, Physiatrist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. John Pianka, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pianka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pianka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pianka’s office at (518) 262-5735.

    What languages does Dr. Pianka speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pianka treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pianka 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. Pianka. 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 Pain
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site
    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
    • Hemiplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting one side
    • One-sided spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy

    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:

    • Spastic Hemiplegia
    • Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
    • Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Non-Dominant Side)
    • Paralysis
    • Stiff paralysis on one side
    • Spastic one-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis with spasticity
    • Right-sided spastic paralysis
    • Right-sided stiff paralysis
    • Spastic weakness on right dominant side
    • Right non-dominant spastic paralysis
    • Right non-dominant stiff paralysis
    • Spastic weakness on right non-dominant side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
    • G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
    • G8113: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right nondominant side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Post-Concussion Syndrome
    • Concussion
    • PCS
    • Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
    • Lingering concussion symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0781: Postconcussional syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Foot Drop
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Peroneal nerve palsy
    • Dropped foot
    • Foot weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21372: Foot drop, left foot

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Pain
    • Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neuralgia
    • Neuritis
    • Nerve inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Pianka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pianka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5735 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pianka accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Pianka in Albany, 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

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pianka's office located?

    Dr. John Pianka's Primary Practice

    43 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-5735

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    Dr. John Pianka's Practice 2

    391 Myrtle Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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

    Dr. Pianka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902367774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pianka?

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

    What is Dr. John Pianka's specialty?

    Dr. Pianka is a Physiatrist near Albany, NY. 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. Pianka to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Pianka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pianka is affiliated with Albany Medical Center 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

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    Is John Pianka accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Pianka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Pianka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pianka's office at (518) 262-5735 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Pianka?

    Please contact Dr. Pianka's office at (518) 262-5735 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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