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Who is Dr. Joseph, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Prathap Joseph, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Joseph graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (713) 704-4000.
Where did Dr. Joseph go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?
Dr. Joseph and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Joseph typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Joseph typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Joseph performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Joseph. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 704-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Joseph in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
What is Dr. Joseph's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154403616.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joseph
What is Dr. Prathap Joseph's specialty?
Dr. Joseph is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.
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. Prathap Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Joseph is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center. 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 Prathap Joseph accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Prathap Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prathap Joseph offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (713) 704-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prathap Joseph?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (713) 704-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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