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28 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kalva, Physiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Shailaja Kalva is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kalva graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kalva is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalva’s office at (212) 562-3603.
Where did Dr. Kalva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Kalva board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Shailaja Kalva is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Kalva speak?
Dr. Kalva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kalva typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Shailaja Kalva may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kalva's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalva accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 562-3603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalva accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kalva in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kalva's office located?
What is Dr. Kalva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285798975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalva
What is Dr. Shailaja Kalva's specialty?
Dr. Kalva is a Physiatrist near New York, NY.
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. Shailaja Kalva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kalva is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Queens, Nyc Health & Hospitals - Bellevue. 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 Shailaja Kalva accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shailaja Kalva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shailaja Kalva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalva's office at (212) 562-3603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shailaja Kalva?
Please contact Dr. Kalva's office at (212) 562-3603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shailaja Kalva have?
Dr. Shailaja Kalva is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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