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Dr. John Bursell, MD

Juneau, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bursell, Physiatrist in Juneau, AK?

    Dr. John Bursell, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Juneau, AK with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Bursell graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Bursell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bursell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bursell’s office at (907) 364-2663.

    Where did Dr. Bursell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | University of Washington School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bursell board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. John Bursell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Bursell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bursell treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bursell 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. Bursell. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Upper Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Aching shoulder
    • Sore shoulder
    • Shoulder discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Joint
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Rigidity
    • Limited Joint Movement
    • Reduced Joint Flexibility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2560: Stiffness of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified

    Does Dr. Bursell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bursell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 364-2663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bursell accept in Juneau, AK?

    Dr. Bursell in Juneau, AK 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)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Alaska

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    Where is Dr. Bursell's office located?

    Dr. John Bursell's Primary Practice

    3220 Hospital Dr Ste 101

    Juneau, AK 99801

    (907) 364-2663

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    Dr. John Bursell's Practice 2

    8390 Airport Blvd Ste 203

    Juneau, AK 99801

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

    Dr. Bursell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295829745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bursell?

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

    What is Dr. John Bursell's specialty?

    Dr. Bursell is a Physiatrist near Juneau, AK. 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. Bursell to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bursell is affiliated with Bartlett Regional Hospital 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 Bursell accepting new patients in Juneau, AK?

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

    Does Dr. John Bursell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bursell's office at (907) 364-2663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Bursell?

    Please contact Dr. Bursell's office at (907) 364-2663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Bursell have?

    Dr. John Bursell is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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