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Who is Dr. Sickles, Physiatrist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. George Sickles is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Sickles graduated from Bellarmine University. Dr. Sickles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sickles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sickles’s office at (502) 587-1236.
Where did Dr. Sickles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Bellarmine University
What languages does Dr. Sickles speak?
Dr. Sickles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sickles typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sickles 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. Sickles. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
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:
- Stiffness in Right Knee
- Stiffness in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Stiff Right Knee
- Limited Right Knee Movement
- Right Knee Rigidity
- Stiff Left Knee
- Limited Left Knee Movement
- Left Knee Rigidity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25661: Stiffness of right knee, not elsewhere classified
- M25662: Stiffness of left knee, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sickles typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. George Sickles may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Sickles' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sickles accept my insurance?
Dr. Sickles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 587-1236 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sickles accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Sickles in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sickles' office located?
Dr. George Sickles' Primary Practice
5120 Dixie Hwy Ste 103
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 587-1236
What is Dr. Sickles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sickles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346250883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sickles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sickles
What is Dr. George Sickles's specialty?
Dr. Sickles is a Physiatrist near Louisville, KY.
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. George Sickles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sickles 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 George Sickles accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. George Sickles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Sickles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sickles's office at (502) 587-1236 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Sickles?
Please contact Dr. Sickles's office at (502) 587-1236 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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