54 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Eftekhari, Physiatrist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Nasser Eftekhari, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL. He has been practicing for over 54 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Eftekhari graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TEHERAN (PAHLAVI MEDICAL SCHOOL) and completed his residency at Kings County Hospital Center. He is a member of the CHIEF, PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION SERVICE, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION, FLORIDA SOCIETY OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION, AMERICAN ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Eftekhari is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eftekhari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eftekhari’s office at (954) 239-0578.
Where did Dr. Eftekhari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kings County Hospital Center | Hahnemann University Hospital | Temple University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF TEHERAN (PAHLAVI MEDICAL SCHOOL) | Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS)
Is Dr. Eftekhari board certified in Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Nasser Eftekhari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Eftekhari speak?
Dr. Eftekhari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Eftekhari treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Eftekhari 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. Eftekhari. 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
- 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
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
- 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Opiates Detected in Blood
- Positive Opiate Drug Screen
- Opioid Presence in Blood
- Opiate Blood Test Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R781: Finding of opiate drug in blood
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Eftekhari perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nasser Eftekhari may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Eftekhari's office.
Does Dr. Eftekhari accept my insurance?
Dr. Eftekhari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 239-0578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Eftekhari accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Eftekhari in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Eftekhari's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
CHIEF, PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION SERVICE
Chief
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
Member
FLORIDA SOCIETY OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
Member
AMERICAN ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
What is Dr. Eftekhari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Eftekhari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356442776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eftekhari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Eftekhari
What is Dr. Nasser Eftekhari's specialty?
Dr. Eftekhari is a Physiatrist near Hialeah, FL. 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. Eftekhari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nasser Eftekhari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Eftekhari 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 Nasser Eftekhari accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nasser Eftekhari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nasser Eftekhari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Eftekhari's office at (954) 239-0578 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nasser Eftekhari?
Please contact Dr. Eftekhari's office at (954) 239-0578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nasser Eftekhari have?
Dr. Nasser Eftekhari is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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