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Dr. Phyllis Bulkan

Dr. Phyllis Bulkan

Physiatrist

Fort Lauderdale, FL

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bulkan, Physiatrist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Phyllis Bulkan is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Bulkan graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bulkan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bulkan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bulkan’s office at (954) 414-9750.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bulkan board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Phyllis Bulkan is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Bulkan speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bulkan typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bulkan 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. Bulkan. 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:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle disease
    • Muscle weakness
    • Myopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G729: Myopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bulkan typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Phyllis Bulkan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bulkan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bulkan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bulkan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 414-9750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bulkan accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Bulkan in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Atlantic Health System

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Bulkan's office located?

    Holy Cross Medical Group

    4725 N Federal Hwy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

    (954) 414-9750

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    Dr. Phyllis Bulkan's Practice 2

    5601 N Dixie Hwy Ste 209

    Oakland Park, FL 33334

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    Dr. Phyllis Bulkan's Practice 3

    1000 NE 56th St Fl 2

    Ft Lauderdale, FL 33334

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

    Dr. Bulkan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114930914.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bulkan?

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

    What is Dr. Phyllis Bulkan's specialty?

    Dr. Bulkan is a Physiatrist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    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 Dr. Phyllis Bulkan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bulkan is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Phyllis Bulkan accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Phyllis Bulkan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phyllis Bulkan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bulkan's office at (954) 414-9750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Phyllis Bulkan?

    Please contact Dr. Bulkan's office at (954) 414-9750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bulkan's office located?

    Dr. Bulkan's offices are located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Oakland Park, FL, and Ft Lauderdale, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phyllis Bulkan have?

    Dr. Phyllis Bulkan is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.