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Who is Dr. Ambro, Physiatrist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Joy Ambro is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Ambro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ambro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ambro’s office at (310) 373-6226.
What languages does Dr. Ambro speak?
Dr. Ambro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ambro typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ambro 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. Ambro. 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:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Thigh Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left upper leg
- Left thigh discomfort
- Aching left thigh
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79652: Pain in left thigh
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ambro typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Joy Ambro may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Ambro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ambro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ambro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 373-6226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ambro accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ambro in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ambro's office located?
What is Dr. Ambro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ambro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598762452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ambro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ambro
What is Dr. Joy Ambro's specialty?
Dr. Ambro is a Physiatrist near Torrance, 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. Joy Ambro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ambro 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
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Is Joy Ambro accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joy Ambro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joy Ambro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ambro's office at (310) 373-6226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joy Ambro?
Please contact Dr. Ambro's office at (310) 373-6226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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