Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lidestri, Physiatrist in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA. Dr. Lidestri completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lidestri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lidestri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lidestri’s office at (760) 323-6511.
Where did Dr. Lidestri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
What languages does Dr. Lidestri speak?
Dr. Lidestri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lidestri typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lidestri 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. Lidestri. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
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
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lidestri typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Lidestri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lidestri accept my insurance?
Dr. Lidestri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lidestri accept in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. Lidestri in Palm Springs, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lidestri's office located?
Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri's Primary Practice
1150 N Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 323-6511
What is Dr. Lidestri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lidestri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053405712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lidestri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lidestri
What is Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri's specialty?
Dr. Lidestri is a Physiatrist near Palm Springs, CA.
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. Paula Ann Lidestri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lidestri is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Paula Ann Lidestri accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Ann Lidestri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lidestri's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Ann Lidestri?
Please contact Dr. Lidestri's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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